A close match to the dish in your photo: juicy seasoned shrimp, crisp snow peas, tender mushrooms, and whole garlic cloves sautéed in a glossy garlic-butter sauce.
Servings
4 people
Time
- Prep: 15 minutes
- Cook: 12–15 minutes
- Total: ~30 minutes
- Difficulty: Easy
Ingredients
Main
- 500 g (1.1 lb) large shrimp/prawns, peeled and deveined
- 300 g (10–11 oz) snow peas
- 250 g (9 oz) button or cremini mushrooms, halved
- 6–8 garlic cloves, sliced or left whole
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp Italian seasoning or dried oregano
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes, optional
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
For the sauce
- 2 tbsp butter
- 3 garlic cloves, finely minced
- 2 tbsp chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- ½ tsp honey, optional
Optional
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp grated Parmesan
- Sesame seeds for garnish
- Extra lemon wedges
Step-by-Step
1. Prepare the shrimp
Pat the shrimp very dry with paper towels.
Season with:
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Paprika
- Italian seasoning
- Red pepper flakes
Toss well.
Tip: Dry shrimp brown much better and won’t release as much water into the pan.
2. Prepare the vegetables
Clean the mushrooms and cut them in half.
Trim the ends of the snow peas.
Slice some garlic thinly and keep a few cloves whole for the roasted-garlic appearance shown in the photo.
3. Sear the shrimp
Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the shrimp in a single layer.
Cook for approximately 1½–2 minutes per side, until pink, opaque, and lightly browned.
Remove the shrimp to a plate immediately.
Don’t fully cook them at this stage because they’ll return to the pan later.
4. Cook the mushrooms
Add the remaining 1 tbsp olive oil.
Add mushrooms and cook for 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Allow them to brown rather than constantly stirring them.
Add the garlic and cook for another 30–60 seconds.
5. Add the snow peas
Add the snow peas to the skillet.
Cook for approximately 2–3 minutes.
They should become bright green and tender-crisp while retaining some crunch.
6. Make the sauce
Reduce the heat to medium.
Add:
- 2 tbsp butter
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp broth
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- ½ tsp honey, if using
Stir for about 1 minute until the butter melts and the sauce becomes glossy.
7. Return the shrimp
Put the shrimp back into the skillet.
Toss everything together for 1–2 minutes, just until the shrimp are heated through and coated in the sauce.
Don’t overcook them.
8. Finish
Turn off the heat.
Add 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice and chopped parsley.
For extra richness, add 1 tsp sesame oil.
Toss gently and serve immediately.
Nut & Allergen Information
Does this recipe contain nuts?
No. The basic recipe contains no tree nuts or peanuts.
Potential allergens
- Shellfish: shrimp is a crustacean shellfish.
- Soy: soy sauce contains soy.
- Dairy: butter contains milk.
- Gluten: regular soy sauce may contain wheat.
- Sesame: optional sesame oil/seeds are sesame allergens.
For a nut-free dish
The recipe is naturally nut-free as written. If cooking for someone with a severe allergy, check the labels of packaged soy sauce, seasonings, broth, and other ingredients for “may contain” or shared-facility warnings.
Dairy-free
Replace butter with additional olive oil or a dairy-free butter alternative.
Gluten-free
Use certified gluten-free soy sauce/tamari and verify the broth and seasonings.
Soy-free
Replace soy sauce with a little extra salt plus lemon juice, or use a soy-free alternative.
Approximate Nutrition
Per serving, based on 4 servings:
- Calories: ~350–400 kcal
- Protein: ~35–40 g
- Carbohydrates: ~12–16 g
- Fat: ~18–22 g
- Fiber: ~4–5 g
- Sugar: ~5–7 g
- Sodium: ~700–1,000 mg
The sodium varies significantly depending on the soy sauce and added salt.
Serving Ideas
Serve it with:
- Steamed jasmine or brown rice
- Cauliflower rice
- Rice noodles
- Crusty bread
- Quinoa
- A simple green salad
For the closest visual match to your photo: use large shrimp, halved brown mushrooms, bright green snow peas, whole garlic cloves, and a generous amount of glossy garlic-butter sauce. Finish with cracked black pepper and a squeeze of lemon.
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