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    Shrimp and Prawn Recipes

    Shrimp and Spinach in Cream Sauce

    December 12, 2022 By Debjani Leave a Comment

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    Shrimp and Spinach in Cream Sauce. Fresh Shrimp cooked with Spinach and a lot of garlic in a creamy buttery sauce! All you need are 20 minutes and the ingredients. Good to go?

    %Shrimp and Spinach in cream sauce recipe debjanir rannaghar
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    • Shrimp and Spinach in Cream Sauce and more Shrimp/ Prawn Recipes
    • Ingredients for Shrimps in a Creamy Spinach Sauce
    • Instructions - Shrimp and spinach in the cream sauce recipe
    • Substitutions
    • 30-minute Shrimp Recipe and why?
    • Equipment and Storage
    • Top tip
    • Shrimp and Spinach in Cream Sauce - Frequently Asked Questions
    • Recipe Card
    • Easy 30-minutes Recipes
    • Let's Connect!
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    Shrimp and Spinach in Cream Sauce and more Shrimp/ Prawn Recipes

    Hello hello and welcome! Here I am with another Shrimp Recipe. Well, you can make this super easy Shrimp and Spinach cream sauce recipe using prawns as well!

    As you know I love to cook shrimp and prawns and this blog of mine is having almost all the recipes I cook using those. Well, not all! I haven't been able to click the pictures of a few recipes using prawns or shrimps which are very interesting and range from my forte- Bengali cuisine to international.

    However, You can check the recipe category I have created with Shrimps and Prawn here. Also, as I always write at the end of each recipe, please let me know your feedback.

    • South Indian Prawn Curry and a review of Dabur Hommade Products!
    • Aloo Chingrir Shorshe Bata Diye Jhal | light Mustard based curry with Prawn and Potato Wedges
    • Daab Chingri | Prawn Cooked in Tender Coconut
    • Chingri Malai Curry | Bengali Prawn Malai Curry | Chingri Malaicurry

    Ingredients for Shrimps in a Creamy Spinach Sauce

    First and foremost fresh Shrimp are needed or you can use Prawns. I prefer using fully dressed shrimp while making Shrimp in Creamy Spinach Sauce. Apart from that, for creamy Shrimp and Spinach, I use chopped onion and garlic paste which are optional. In fact, most of the recipes I have seen for creamy Shrimp and Spinach, use only onion powder and garlic powder. However, I prefer the crunch of chopped onion and the pungency of garlic paste. If you want a subtle version, skip these two and use powders instead. For the rest check the list I have given below and the recipe card for measurements.

    %Shrimp and Spinach cream sauce recipe debjanir rannaghar
    • Shrimp
    • Spinach
    • Onion
    • Garlic Paste
    • Lemon Juice
    • Garlic Powder
    • Black Pepper Powder
    • Parsley
    • Thyme
    • Salt
    • Butter
    • Fresh Cream

    See the recipe card for quantities.

    Instructions - Shrimp and spinach in the cream sauce recipe

    Here are the basic steps. You can check the recipe card for instructions. Believe me, this is a super easy recipe for Shrimp and it tastes delicious. I mostly cook this creamy shrimp and spinach in big batches so that we can have it with steamed rice. I use the leftover to cook Pasta for Pasta! Well, if you don't know, my daughter's nickname is Pasta 😛 .

    Shrimp and Spinach cream sauce recipe debjanir rannaghar clean shrimp(2)

    Use fresh and dressed shrimp

    Shrimp and Spinach cream sauce recipe debjanir rannaghar marinate (3)

    Marinate with salt, black pepper, garlic paste, and lemon juice.

    Shrimp and Spinach cream sauce recipe debjanir rannaghar keep marinated (5)

    Marination is the key

    Shrimp and Spinach cream sauce recipe debjanir rannaghar add spinach (9)

    Chop Spinach

    Shrimp and Spinach cream sauce recipe debjanir rannaghar melt butter (6)

    Use butter to make the gravy

    Shrimp and Spinach cream sauce recipe debjanir rannaghar fry shrimp and onion (7)

    Fry both Onion and shrimp. Check the recipe card for timing.

    Shrimp and Spinach cream sauce recipe debjanir rannaghar slow cook marinate shrimps with garlic salt and black pepper and lemon juice (8)

    Add Garlic paste, Black pepper and Garlic Powder as well

    Shrimp and Spinach cream sauce recipe debjanir rannaghar add spinach (9)

    Strain Shrimp and add Spinach

    Shrimp and Spinach cream sauce recipe debjanir rannaghar cook spinach (10)

    Cook the spinach

    %Shrimp and Spinach cream sauce recipe debjanir rannaghar add cream(11)

    Add cream and after cooking add shrimp again

    %easy Shrimp in and Spinach cream sauce recipe steps debjanir rannaghar final add spices and cream

    Now add Parsley and Thyme.

    %creamy garlic butter Shrimp and Spinach recipe debjanir rannaghar

    Substitutions

    Ummmm! let me think! Well, here goes the list of substitutions.

    • Spinach - Okay you need spinach! However, you can use baby spinach instead of normal spinach 😉 .
    • Black Pepper - use paprika for a spicier version
    • Butter - how about olive oil for a low-calorie version of Shrimp and Spinach in Cream Sauce

    30-minute Shrimp Recipe and why?

    %Easy Shrimp and Spinach in cream sauce recipe debjanir rannaghar

    As I wrote already I cook this Shrimp and Spinach in Cream Sauce and use a part of it to make a scrumptious Prawn Pasta. This simple prawn recipe takes only 20 minutes or so and by adding some more minutes I make seafood Pasta. Though I run a recipe blog, I prefer to spend less time possible in the kitchen. I mean after a full-time job as an ESG specialist, a kid called pasta, two dogs called Coffee and Luchi, a husband called Mehebub, and the entire family called..... Well, I am not going to write the names! The thing is the less time possible in the kitchen is the best for me. After all, I need my precious me-time after managing the not-so-simple chores of life.

    You will find most of the recipes on my blog takes hardly around 30-40 minutes. Even if there are recipes like Mutton Leg Roast or Mutton Kosha, those are rare occurrences.

    Equipment and Storage

    A good pan is what you need to cook the shrimp along with spinach in a buttery creamy sauce! If you are making a big batch, use an air-tight container to store in the refrigerator.

    Top tip

    Do not over-cook Shrimp!

    Shrimp and Spinach in Cream Sauce - Frequently Asked Questions

    Well! I have less time to cook a shrimp or Prawn Dish! What do you suggest?

    Go for this recipe of Shrimp and prawns in a creamy spinach sauce. If needed, chop the spinach and store it earlier; use dressed shrimp. Overall, the recipe will take 20 minutes and you can make some rice or boil some pasta.

    Can I use Prawns instead of Shrimp?

    Haven't you read the entire blog post? You can for sure. In fact, you can use scallops too.

    What about Spinach? Is it mandatory?

    Well! It is a creamy spinach sauce we are talking about! Spinach is mandatory. However, if you need a recipe without Spinach, go for the butter garlic prawn recipe of mine.

    Can I make a less-calorie version of this Spinach and shrimp recipe?

    Substitute Butter with olive oil; substitute fresh heavy cream with less-cal milk and you are good to go!

    Can I make this Creamy Shrimp in Spinach Sauce dairy-free?

    Substitute butter with Olive oil and substitute cream with coconut milk and you are good to go!

    What if I don't have the spices?

    Ummm you need a few spices; if not available use an instant Italian herb mix. I use fresh parsley and thyme and dried alternatively based on availability.

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    Shrimp and Spinach in Cream Sauce

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    Shrimp and Spinach in Cream Sauce is a quick and easy low-carb recipe of shrimp that can be cooked within 20 minutes. This is an extremely flavorful Shrimp curry cooked with Spinach.

    • Author: Debjani Chatterjee
    • Prep Time: 10min
    • Cook Time: 15min
    • Total Time: 25 minutes
    • Yield: 5 People 1x
    • Category: Shrimp, Side
    • Method: Cooking
    • Cuisine: Continental

    Ingredients

    Units Scale

    • 500g Shrimp
    • 250g Spinach (3 cups)
    • 1 Onion (or 1 Tbsp. Onion Powder)
    • 1 Tsp. Garlic Paste/mince
    • 2 Tbsp. Lemon Juice
    • 1 Tbsp. Garlic Powder
    • 2 Tsp. Black Pepper Powder
    • 1 Tsp. Dried Parsley (or 1 Tsp. Fresh Parsley)
    • 1 Tsp. Dried Thyme (or 1 Tsp. Fresh Parsley)
    • 1 Tsp. Salt
    • 2 Tbsp. Salted Butter
    • 200ml Fresh Cream

    Instructions

    %Shrimp and Spinach in cream sauce recipe steps debjanir rannaghar

    1. You can use the Shrimp with the tail on or off. I prefer using them dressed.
    2. Marinate Shrimp with ½ Tsp. Salt, 1 Tsp. Black Pepper Powder and 2 Tbsp. Lemon Juice.
    3. Keep the Shrimp marinated for 10 minutes.
    4. Chop the Spinach roughly.
    5. Chop Onion as well.
    6. Now melt the butter in a pan.
    7. Add Shrimp and fry for a minute.
    8. Now add Chopped Onion.
    9. Cook on high flame for 2 minutes.
    10. The Shrimp as well as the Onion will release a lot of moisture by this time and both will turn pink.
    11. Now add the remaining Garlic Powder and also the Garlic Paste and cook for 3 minutes after mixing everything.
    12. Now strain the prawns onto a plate.
    13. Add chopped Spinach and adjust the spices.
    14. Cover with a lid and cook till the Spinach soften.
    15. This will take around 8 minutes.
    16. Now add the Cream after mixing it with a spoon.
    17. If needed add ¼ cup water to dilute the mixture.
    18. Cook for 2-3 minutes and then add the fried Shrimp.
    19. Now add Parsley as well as thyme and mix.
    20. Cook on high flame for 2 minutes and switch the flame off.
    21. Serve it hot with Steamed Rice or Pasta.

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    Notes

    • Instead of Shrimp, you can use prawns.
    • You can use Baby Spinach instead of normal Spinach.
    • Fresh cream can be replaced with coconut milk as a non-dairy option.
    • If using unsalted butter, adjust the salt accordingly.

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 125g
    • Calories: 205
    • Sugar: 2.4g
    • Sodium: 805mg
    • Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 4.5g
    • Carbohydrates: 7.1g
    • Fiber: 2.1g
    • Protein: 26.2g
    • Cholesterol: 240mg

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    Let's Connect!

    I would love to see a picture if you are making the prawns following my recipe. You can share here at dolonchttrj@gmail.com. You can use my hashtag #debjanirrannaghar and share it through Instagram as well. and in addition, you can tag me at @foodofdebjani.

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    About Debjani Chatterjee Alam

    I am Debjani Chatterjee Alam. A CSR specialist by profession and a food writer, food blogger, and food photographer as well. I live in Kolkata along with my Husband Mehebub who is an architect by profession, my daughter Pasta, and also my dog daughters Coffee and Luchi.

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