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Creamy Lemon Shrimp

Creamy Lemon Shrimp for a Quick and Zesty Dinner Delight

Creamy Lemon Shrimp is a quick, zesty dinner option that delights the senses and satisfies cravings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Paleo, Whole30
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Shrimp deveined and tails off
For the Sauce
  • 2/3 cup Nutpods (or Almond Milk) or any unsweetened milk alternative
  • 1/3 cup Water or Broth vegetable or chicken broth works great
  • 1 tablespoon Arrowroot Starch or tapioca flour as a substitute
Cooking Essentials
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil for sautéing shrimp
  • 1 tablespoon Minced Garlic fresh is best for flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper freshly cracked is recommended
Finishing Touches
  • 1 lemon Lemon Juice fresh juice guarantees optimal flavor
  • Lemon Slices and Parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon of minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  2. Add 1 pound of deveined shrimp to the skillet, season with 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of pepper, and the juice of 1 lemon. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side until pink, then flip and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
  3. Pour in 2/3 cup of nutpods and 1/3 cup of water or broth. Reduce heat to medium-low and stir to combine. Simmer for about 2 minutes.
  4. Push the shrimp to the sides and gradually whisk in 1 tablespoon of arrowroot starch until smooth. Allow to cook for another minute until creamy.
  5. Remove from heat and stir the shrimp back into the sauce. Garnish with fresh lemon slices and parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Stored leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Reheat gently on low heat.

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