A delightful dish featuring shrimp cooked in a rich garlic butter sauce with a hint of lemon and cream.
Prepare the shrimp by peeling and deveining them, leaving the tails on for presentation.
Leaving the tails on adds visual appeal and makes the dish look more elegant.
In a mixing bowl, combine the juice of the lemon, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
Mixing the seasoning beforehand ensures even distribution of flavors.
Heat the butter in a skillet over medium heat until melted.
Use a skillet with a heavy base to prevent the butter from burning.
Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink.
Avoid overcooking the shrimp to keep them tender and juicy.
Pour in the cream and stir gently to combine with the shrimp and butter.
Stirring gently prevents the cream from curdling.
Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the dish and stir briefly.
Adding parsley at the end preserves its fresh flavor and color.
Serve the shrimp and sauce over cooked jasmine rice.
Fluff the rice with a fork before serving to enhance its texture.