Description
Indulgent Crab and Shrimp Seafood Delight promises a luxurious maritime experience that whisks coastal flavors directly to your plate. Rich, velvety textures and delicate seafood meld together, offering gourmet satisfaction in each memorable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Seafood:
- 1 pound (1 lb / 454 grams) crab meat
- 1 pound (1 lb / 454 grams) shrimp, peeled and deveined
Dairy and Cheese:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Seasonings and Herbs:
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
Instructions
- Warm a spacious skillet over medium heat, gently melting butter until it becomes silky and shimmering.
- Introduce minced garlic to the pan, allowing its aromatic essence to bloom and release fragrant notes for approximately 60 seconds.
- Incorporate delicate crab meat and succulent shrimp, gently warming them through until they achieve a perfect temperature and slight golden hue, roughly 3-4 minutes.
- Stream luxurious heavy cream into the skillet, followed by a generous sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese, whisking continuously to create a harmonious, velvety sauce that gradually thickens.
- Elevate the flavor profile with a precise blend of salt and freshly ground black pepper, adjusting to personal taste preferences.
- Allow the maritime mixture to gently simmer, reducing and concentrating flavors for 5-7 minutes until the sauce reaches a luscious, coating consistency.
- Extinguish the heat and introduce freshly chopped parsley, stirring to distribute the verdant herb throughout the creamy seafood medley.
- Present the decadent preparation immediately, cascading over your preferred accompaniment such as al dente pasta, fluffy rice, or alongside crusty artisan bread.
Notes
- Select fresh, high-quality seafood for the most vibrant and rich flavor profile.
- Avoid overcooking shrimp and crab to prevent rubbery texture; remove from heat immediately once they turn opaque.
- Consider using low-fat cream or coconut milk for a lighter version that maintains creamy consistency.
- Enhance dish versatility by adding red pepper flakes for subtle heat or using alternative herbs like dill or chives for different flavor dimensions.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-14 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 503 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 590 mg
- Fat: 44 g
- Saturated Fat: 26 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 205 mg