Description
The Ruth’s Chris Garlic Parmesan Shrimp Skillet is a creamy and savory seafood dish featuring tender shrimp cooked in a garlic-infused plant-based cream sauce with smoky smoked turkey bacon and melted plant-based parmesan cheese. Ready in under 30 minutes, this skillet recipe delivers rich, bold flavors with a touch of freshness from lemon juice and parsley, perfect for a quick and elegant dinner at home.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp and Protein
- 1 lb fresh or thawed shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 slices smoked turkey bacon
Sauce and Flavorings
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp plant-based butter
- 1 cup heavy cream (plant-based)
- 1 tbsp vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (natural)
- 1/2 cup plant-based parmesan cheese
Garnishes and Seasonings
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Shrimp and Bacon: Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels to ensure a perfect sear. Cook the smoked turkey bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crisp. Remove the bacon from the skillet and set aside, leaving the drippings in the pan.
- Sauté Garlic: Add the plant-based butter to the skillet and sauté the minced garlic for 1 to 2 minutes until it becomes fragrant and golden, forming the aromatic base for the sauce.
- Cook the Shrimp: Increase the heat slightly and add the shrimp to the skillet. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes on each side or until the shrimp turn pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp and keep them warm.
- Make the Creamy Sauce: Reduce the heat to low and pour in the plant-based heavy cream, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), and lemon juice (natural). Stir gently and simmer until the mixture thickens slightly. Blend in the plant-based parmesan cheese until melted and well combined.
- Combine and Serve: Return the cooked shrimp and smoked turkey bacon to the skillet. Toss everything gently to coat in the creamy sauce. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley on top and serve immediately with your favorite sides.
Notes
- Use fresh shrimp whenever possible for the best texture and flavor.
- Avoid overcooking the shrimp to keep them tender and juicy.
- Keep the sauce at a gentle simmer to prevent curdling.
- Choose high-quality plant-based butter and cheese alternatives for enhanced taste.
- Prep all ingredients ahead of time to speed up cooking and reduce stress.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
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