Creamy Shrimp and Crab Spinach

Creamy Shrimp and Crab Spinach

Ingredients:

1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/2 lb lump crab meat
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Lemon wedges (for serving)

Method:
1️⃣ Cook the Shrimp:
In a large skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.

2️⃣ Sauté the Aromatics:
In the same skillet, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and finely chopped onion, and sauté until fragrant and the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

3️⃣ Wilt the Spinach:
Add the chopped spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.

4️⃣ Make the Cream Sauce:
Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, dried Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and pepper. Cook until the sauce thickens slightly, about 3-5 minutes.

5️⃣ Add the Seafood:
Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and gently fold in the lump crab meat. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until the shrimp and crab are heated through and well coated with the sauce.

6️⃣ Serve:
Transfer the creamy shrimp and crab spinach to serving plates. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges on the side.