Garlic Butter Shrimp with White Beans & Burst

Name: Garlic Butter Shrimp with White Beans & Burst Tomatoes
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Seafood
Ingredients: 560g raw jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined; 400g low-sodium white cannellini beans, rinsed and drained; 300g cherry tomatoes, halved; 30g unsalted butter & 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil; 5 cloves garlic, minced; 60ml dry white wine or chicken broth; 30ml fresh squeezed lemon juice; 15g fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped & red pepper flakes

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Cooking fresh seafood at home is remarkably fast once you master a few basic principles, and this Garlic Butter Shrimp with White Beans & Burst Tomatoes is a prime example. Pairing jumbo shrimp, and deveined, low-sodium white cannellini beans, rinsed and drained and cherry tomatoes, halved for a clean, vibrant coastal profile, it creates an elegant dinner that feels luxurious yet comes together in only 20 min.

Ingredients

4 servings

1.25 lbs raw jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 can (15 oz) low-sodium white cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
2 tbsp unsalted butter & 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
5 cloves garlic, minced
¼ cup dry white wine or chicken broth
2 tbsp fresh squeezed lemon juice
⅓ cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped & red pepper flakes

Step-by-Step Instructions

In a large skillet, **melt 1 tbsp butter with 1 tbsp olive oil over medium-high heat**. Add seasoned shrimp and half the minced garlic, searing for 2 minutes per side until pink. Transfer shrimp to a plate.

Melt remaining butter in the skillet. **Add halved cherry tomatoes, remaining garlic, and red pepper flakes**, cooking for 4 minutes until tomatoes blister and release sweet juices.

Pour white wine and lemon juice into skillet, scraping up browned bits. **Stir in rinsed white cannellini beans and simmer for 3 minutes** until beans are warm and creamy.

Return seared jumbo shrimp to the skillet, **tossing for 1 minute in the garlic tomato bean broth**. Garnish generously with fresh parsley and serve hot with crusty bread!

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Chef Amara’s Kitchen Secrets & Pro Tips

Chef's Secret for Juicy Shrimp: Cook shrimp for just 2 minutes per side! Remove immediately once opaque and return at the end so shrimp stay sweet and succulent.
Bread Dipping Essential: Serve with warm garlic crostini or crusty sourdough to soak up the golden garlic butter tomato sauce.
Keto Friendly: Low in net carbs with 32g of lean protein per serving!

1. Verify Safe Internal Temperature: Use an instant-read digital thermometer in the thickest section of poultry to reach exactly 165°F (74°C). Pulling it the moment it hits temperature keeps lean meat juicy and prevents drying out. 2. Protect Minced Garlic from Burning: Garlic cooks and turns fragrant in just 30 to 45 seconds. Add it toward the end of sautéing onions or aromatics so it perfumes the dish without acquiring a bitter edge. 3. Chef's Kitchen Secret: Chef's Secret for Juicy Shrimp: Cook shrimp for just 2 minutes per side! Remove immediately once opaque and return at the end so shrimp stay sweet and succulent.

Chef’s Cooking Guide & FAQs

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Troubleshooting & Quick Fixes

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Why Did My Garlic Butter Shrimp with White Beans & Burst Tomatoes Stick to the Skillet?: Seafood sticks when the pan is not hot enough or if attempted to flip too quickly. Allow the fillet to sear undisturbed over medium-high heat; as the crust caramelizes, it will naturally release cleanly from the metal.
How to Avoid Rubberiness?: Seafood cooks in mere minutes. Remove fish or shellfish from direct heat the moment flesh turns opaque—residual carryover heat on the warm platter finishes cooking without toughening.

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Storage, Freezing & Reheating Guidelines

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Store cooked seafood in a shallow airtight glass container in the coldest part of the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in a lightly oiled covered skillet over medium-low heat for 3–4 minutes. Avoid high-power microwaving to prevent rubbery texture.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: Can I make this with frozen fish fillets? A: Yes, but ensure fillets are thawed completely in the refrigerator overnight and thoroughly dried with paper towels before cooking.

Q: What white wine pairs best with this dish? A: A crisp, high-acid white wine such as Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Grigio, or dry Chardonnay pairs divinely with the seafood flavors.

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Nutrition Facts

Per serving (1 of 4)

340 Calories

22g Carbs 8% DV

32g Protein 64% DV

14g Fat 18% DV

5g Fiber 18% DV

520mg Sodium 23% DV

Carbs 26% Protein 37% Fat 37%

*Percent Daily Values (% DV) are based on a 2,000-calorie reference diet (USDA FoodData Central).

Quick Info

Cuisine Seafood
Dietary High Protein (32g), Low Carb & Gluten-Free
Total Time 20 min
Yield 4 servings

Chef Amara

Passionate home cook & certified chef behind YumAroma. Every recipe is tested 3+ times for perfection.

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Garlic Butter Shrimp with White Beans & Burst Tomatoes

Ingredients

Step-by-Step Instructions

Sear Garlic Butter Jumbo Shrimp

Blister Cherry Tomatoes

Simmer White Beans & Wine