Description
Potted Shrimps with Nutmeg Butter is a luxurious seafood dish that marries succulent shrimp with a creamy, nutmeg-infused butter sauce. This delightful recipe is perfect for impressing guests at special occasions or enjoying as a comforting weeknight treat. With its rich flavors and aromatic aroma, it’s sure to become a favorite in your household. Serve warm with crusty bread for an unforgettable dining experience!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 tsp freshly grated nutmeg
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse shrimp under cold water and pat dry.
- In a medium skillet over low heat, melt butter until bubbling gently.
- Add shrimp and cook for 3-4 minutes until pink and opaque, stirring occasionally.
- Sprinkle in nutmeg, salt, and pepper; stir to combine.
- Remove from heat, add lemon juice, and garnish with parsley.
- Serve warm in ramekins alongside crusty bread or crackers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Seafood
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: European
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the total recipe (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 210mg