Description
Mediterranean-inspired Creamy Shrimp Crab Spinach Delight brings ocean-fresh seafood and green goodness together in one elegant dish. Luxurious ingredients blend seamlessly, promising you a remarkable culinary experience that transports palates straight to coastal charm.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Seafood Ingredients:
- 1/2 pound (226 grams) shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 pound (226 grams) crab meat
Dairy and Cream Components:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) heavy cream
- 1/4 cup (30 grams) Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons (28 grams) butter
Vegetables and Seasonings:
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish:
- Fresh parsley
Instructions
- Sear succulent shrimp in hot olive oil at medium-high heat, seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook 2-3 minutes per side until they transform into a vibrant pink color. Transfer to a separate plate.
- In the same pan, melt butter and introduce minced garlic and diced onions. Sauté until translucent and fragrant, approximately 2-3 minutes.
- Introduce fresh spinach leaves into the pan, stirring gently until they collapse and turn a deep emerald green, about 1-2 minutes.
- Create a luxurious sauce by pouring heavy cream and sprinkling Parmesan cheese. Allow mixture to simmer at low heat for 3-4 minutes, watching it thicken into a velvety consistency.
- Delicately incorporate tender crab meat and previously cooked shrimp into the creamy spinach sauce. Stir gently to ensure even distribution and uniform heating.
- Enhance flavor profile with a whisper of nutmeg, then adjust seasoning with salt and freshly ground black pepper according to preference.
- Complete the dish by scattering chopped fresh parsley over the top. Serve immediately over steamed rice, al dente pasta, or as an elegant standalone preparation.
Notes
- Seafood Selection Choose fresh, high-quality shrimp and crab meat for the best flavor and texture.
- Quick Cooking Technique Avoid overcooking shrimp by removing them from heat as soon as they turn pink to prevent rubbery texture.
- Creamy Sauce Hack Grate fresh Parmesan for a richer, more intense cheese flavor compared to pre-packaged options.
- Diet-Friendly Adaptations Swap heavy cream with coconut milk for a dairy-free version or use cauliflower rice instead of traditional rice for a low-carb alternative.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 341
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 602 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 37 g
- Cholesterol: 246 mg