Looking for a comforting yet elegant dinner idea? This dish features creamy mashed potatoes topped with succulent shrimp and served alongside a rich tomato sauce. The combination of smooth, buttery potatoes, juicy shrimp, and tangy tomato sauce creates a perfect balance of flavors and textures. Whether you’re preparing a quick weeknight meal or a special occasion dinner, this recipe is sure to impress!
Preparation time ⏰:
50 minutes
Number of Portions 🍽:
2
Ingredients for Dinner with Shrimps:
- 4 large potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 12 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup canned crushed tomatoes
- 1/2 tsp dried basil
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp sugar
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Nutritional Information (per serving):
Calories: 480 kcal
Protein: 32g
Fat: 15g
Carbohydrates: 55g
Note: These values are approximate and may vary depending on portion sizes and specific brands of ingredients used.
Instructions:
Prepare the Mashed Potatoes for Dinner:
- Boil a pot of salted water and cook the potatoes for 15 minutes until fork-tender.
- Drain and return to the pot, then add butter, milk, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Mash until smooth and creamy, adjusting consistency if needed.
- Cover to keep warm.
Cook the Shrimp:
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Season shrimp with paprika, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and pepper.
- Cook shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until pink then set aside.
Make the Tomato Sauce:
- Sauté minced garlic in the same pan for 30 seconds.
- Add crushed tomatoes, basil, oregano, sugar, salt, and pepper.
- Simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Assemble the Dinner Dish:
- Arrange shrimp on top of mashed potatoes and spoon the tomato sauce on the side.
Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.
Serving Tip 💡:
Pair with a side salad for a well-rounded meal.
