Mixed Seafood in Creamy Garlic

🦐 Mixed Seafood in Creamy Garlic Wine Sauce 

Ingredients:

1 lb mixed seafood (shrimp, squid/calamari, bay scallops — or clams, mussels, or fish chunks)

2 tbsp olive oil

3 tbsp butter

5 cloves garlic, minced

½ cup dry white wine

1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half for lighter)

½ tsp smoked paprika (optional)

Salt & black pepper, to taste

Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)

2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Lemon wedges (for serving)

Instructions:

1. Prepare seafood: If using frozen, thaw and pat dry. Season lightly with salt and pepper.

2. Sauté garlic: Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook until fragrant (about 1 minute).

3. Deglaze with wine: Pour in the white wine and let it simmer for 2–3 minutes, reducing slightly.

4. Make sauce: Lower heat, stir in heavy cream, paprika, and red pepper flakes. Simmer until slightly thickened (about 3 minutes).

5. Cook seafood: Add shrimp, squid, and scallops. Simmer gently for 4–6 minutes, until shrimp are pink, scallops opaque, and squid tender. (Do not overcook.)

6. Finish: Stir in fresh parsley. Taste and adjust seasoning.

7. Serve: Garnish with extra parsley and a squeeze of lemon.

🍽️ Serving Ideas:

Over pasta, rice, or crusty bread to soak up the sauce.

As a tapas-style dish with toasted bread.