Prosecco Butter Poached Shrimp: A Luxurious Quick Delight

This Prosecco Butter Poached Shrimp recipe transforms an ordinary evening into a dazzling dining experience, perfect for impressing without lengthy preparations.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 25

Total Time 35

Servings: 2 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Poaching Liquid

1 cup Prosecco A dry sparkling wine enhances the sauce's flavor.
1/4 cup Lemon juice
4 tablespoons Unsalted butter Adds richness and creaminess.
2 cloves Garlic Crushed to infuse the liquid with flavor.
1 slice Lemon Thinly sliced for poaching.

For the Shrimp

1 pound Colossal shrimp Ensure they are fresh or properly thawed.

Equipment

Medium saucepan

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Pour 1 cup of Prosecco into a medium saucepan and bring it to a boil over medium-high heat. Allow it to simmer until reduced by half, about 10 minutes.
In the same saucepan, stir in 1/4 cup of fresh lemon juice, then add in 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter, stirring until melted.
Return the poaching liquid to low heat and gently warm for about 5 minutes to let the flavors mingle.
Carefully add 1 pound of colossal shrimp to the poaching liquid, cooking for 2-3 minutes until pink and opaque.
Transfer the cooked shrimp to serving plates and drizzle with the poaching sauce. Serve elegantly over risotto or with crusty bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 25gFat: 27gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 220mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Maintain a gentle simmer when poaching shrimp to ensure tenderness. Fresh ingredients yield the best flavors, and you can adjust lemon and garlic to taste.

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