Dad's Absolutely Amazing Brandied Shrimp

Indulge in the rich, velvety flavors of "Dad's Absolutely Amazing Brandied Shrimp"—a show-stopping seafood dish perfect for special occasions or a luxurious weeknight treat. Succulent large shrimp are sautéed to perfection in a buttery blend of olive oil, garlic, and shallots, then infused with the warmth of brandy and tangy fresh lemon juice. The luscious sauce, enriched with heavy cream and finished with a sprinkling of fresh parsley, coats each shrimp with creamy decadence. Ready in under 40 minutes, this elegant dish pairs beautifully with crusty bread to soak up every last drop of the flavor-packed sauce. Impress your guests or elevate your dinner table with this easy-to-make yet gourmet seafood recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 2 small shallots (finely chopped)
• 1 quarter cup brandy
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 0.5 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 loaf crusty bread (for serving, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the shrimp under cold water, pat them dry with paper towels, and set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the butter and let it melt completely.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and chopped shallots to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and softened, stirring occasionally to avoid burning.

Step 4

Raise the heat to medium-high and add the shrimp to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp and set them aside on a plate.

Step 5

Carefully pour the brandy into the skillet. Let it simmer for 1 minute, scraping the bottom of the skillet with a wooden spoon to deglaze and incorporate all the flavorful bits.

Step 6

Stir in the lemon juice and heavy cream. Reduce the heat to medium-low and let the sauce simmer gently for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.

Step 7

Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and toss them in the sauce until fully coated. Simmer for 2 additional minutes to heat through.

Step 8

Season the dish with salt and black pepper to taste. Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the shrimp before serving.

Step 9

Serve immediately with crusty bread for soaking up the delicious sauce, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1359.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2938.7

Total Fat 105.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 51.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 1098.8mg	0%
Sodium 4200.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 210.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.5g	0%
Total Sugars 9.3g
Protein 146.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 364.4mg	0%
Iron 13.5mg	0%
Potassium 1716.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.1%

Protein: 24.6%

Carbs: 35.4%