Garlic Shrimp
Good nutritional profile
Shrimp in garlic butter and wine.
Garlic shrimp are peeled shrimp sauteed quickly in butter or olive oil with plenty of sliced garlic, chili flakes, a splash of white wine and lemon juice, then finished with parsley. They are high in protein with moderate fat, most of it from the butter or oil. Serve them with bread or pasta to catch the sauce, or over greens for a lighter plate.
Macronutrients Distribution
Basic Nutritional Info
| Nutrient | Value | DV |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 18g | 32.1% |
| Fat | 10g | 14.3% |
| Carbs | 6g | 2.0% |
| Simple Sugars | 2.1g | Estimate |
| Complex Carbs | 3.9g | Estimate |
| Water | 62g | 2.5% |
| Calories | 180 | 8.0% |
Glycemic Index
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Fatty Acids Composition
| Fatty Acid | Amount | Unit | DV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saturated | 4.74 | g | 23.7% |
| Monounsaturated | 3.85 | g | 15.4% |
| Polyunsaturated | 0.71 | g | 5.5% |
| Omega-3 | 0.213 | g | Estimate |
| EPA | 35 | mg | 3.9% |
| DHA | 36 | mg | 4.0% |
| Omega-6 | 0.497 | g | Estimate |
| Trans | 0.28 | g | 14.0% |
Antioxidants
Antioxidants (e.g. vitamin C, vitamin E, selenium, polyphenols, carotenoids) help protect cells from oxidative stress and support health. They are found in fruits, vegetables, nuts, and some animal products.
Compounds with antioxidant activity. Vitamin C, E and selenium are included when present in the product.
| Compound | Amount | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C | 4.4 | mg |
| Vitamin E | 1.58 | mg |
| Selenium | 20.9 | mcg |
Vitamins
| Vitamin | Amount | Unit | DV |
|---|---|---|---|
| vitamin A | 106 | mcg | 11.8% |
| vitamin B1 | 0.019 | mg | 1.6% |
| vitamin B2 | 0.021 | mg | 1.6% |
| vitamin B3 | 1.11 | mg | 6.9% |
| vitamin B6 | 0.125 | mg | 7.4% |
| vitamin B9 | 13.4 | mcg | 3.4% |
| vitamin B12 | 0.662 | mcg | 27.6% |
| vitamin C | 4.4 | mg | 4.9% |
| vitamin D | 0.062 (2 IU) | mcg | 0.4% |
| vitamin E | 1.58 | mg | 10.5% |
| vitamin K | 37.2 | mcg | 31.0% |
Minerals
| Mineral | Amount | Unit | DV |
|---|---|---|---|
| calcium | 50.4 | mg | 5.0% |
| iron | 0.409 | mg | 2.3% |
| magnesium | 19.2 | mg | 4.8% |
| phosphorus | 179 | mg | 25.6% |
| potassium | 123 | mg | 4.7% |
| sodium | 514 | mg | 22.3% |
| zinc | 0.759 | mg | 6.9% |
| copper | 0.139 | mg | 15.4% |
| manganese | 0.1 | mg | 4.3% |
| selenium | 20.9 | mcg | 38.0% |
Essential Amino Acids
| Amino Acid | Amount | Unit | DV | DIAAS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Histidine | 396 | mg | 56.6% | 127% |
| Isoleucine | 826 | mg | 59.0% | 141% |
| Leucine | 1526 | mg | 55.9% | 128% |
| Lysine | 1688 | mg | 80.4% | 180% |
| Methionine | 728 | mg | 69.3% | 162% |
| Phenylalanine | 1452 | mg | 83.0% | 181% |
| Threonine | 709 | mg | 67.5% | 145% |
| Tryptophan | 206 | mg | 73.6% | 160% |
| Valine | 847 | mg | 46.5% | 108% |
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Recipe
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- Large shrimp, peeled and deveined 250 g
- Butter 40 g
- Olive oil 1 tbsp
- Garlic, minced 4 cloves
- White wine 60 ml
- Lemon juice 1 tbsp
- Red pepper flakes 1/4 tsp
- Fresh parsley, chopped 2 tbsp
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- 1
Pat the shrimp dry and season lightly with salt.
- 2
Heat the olive oil and half the butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- 3
Add the shrimp in a single layer and sear for about 1 minute per side until just pink, then remove.
- 4
Lower the heat, add the remaining butter and the garlic with the red pepper flakes, and cook until fragrant.
- 5
Pour in the white wine and lemon juice, scraping the pan, and simmer for 1 to 2 minutes.
- 6
Return the shrimp to the pan and toss to coat in the sauce until cooked through.
- 7
Stir in the parsley and serve immediately with bread or over pasta.