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Shrimp with Creamed Corn Feta

Savor the rich flavors of tender shrimp served atop a luscious creamed corn blended with tangy feta cheese, creating a comforting and elegant dish perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 cups fresh or frozen corn kernels
  • 4 oz feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sauté the onion until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  2. Add minced garlic and smoked paprika, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
  3. Stir in the corn kernels and cook for 5-7 minutes until tender.
  4. Pour in the heavy cream and butter, stirring to combine; let it simmer for 3-4 minutes.
  5. Add the crumbled feta cheese and stir until melted and creamy; season with salt and pepper to taste. Remove creamed corn feta from heat and keep warm.
  6. In another pan, heat a little olive oil over medium-high heat and cook shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque; season with salt and pepper.
  7. Plate the creamed corn feta and top with cooked shrimp.
  8. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

For an extra kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the shrimp while cooking or serve with a side of crusty bread to soak up the creamed corn feta.