Description
This Garlicky Sautéed Shrimp with Creamy White Beans and Blistered Tomatoes is a quick and flavorful dish perfect for a weeknight dinner. Succulent shrimp are sautéed with aromatic garlic and spicy red pepper flakes, then combined with creamy white beans and sweet blistered cherry tomatoes, creating a harmonious balance of textures and flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp and Beans
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 can white beans, drained and rinsed
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
Seasonings and Garnish
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the oil: Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat to prepare the pan for sautéing.
- Sauté garlic and spices: Add the minced garlic and 1 teaspoon of red pepper flakes to the skillet, cooking until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes, being careful not to burn the garlic.
- Cook the shrimp: Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the skillet and cook them until they turn just pink, approximately 3-4 minutes, flipping once halfway through.
- Add tomatoes and beans: Stir in 2 cups of cherry tomatoes and the drained white beans, combining all ingredients evenly in the skillet.
- Blister the tomatoes: Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until the cherry tomatoes are blistered and softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Season and garnish: Season the dish with salt to taste and sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the top before serving.
Notes
- For extra heat, increase the red pepper flakes according to your preference.
- Use fresh, firm cherry tomatoes for the best blistering effect.
- White beans can be substituted with cannellini or navy beans if preferred.
- Serve this dish with crusty bread or over rice to make it more substantial.
- To make it gluten free, ensure the beans and all ingredients are processed in a gluten-free environment.
