Saffron Cream Shrimp with Gnocchi and Caramelized Onions
Saffron Cream Shrimp with Gnocchi and Caramelized Onions pairs pillowy gnocchi and succulent shrimp with a silky, tangy cream sauce perfumed by saffron. Sweet, deeply browned onions and mushrooms add warmth and depth, while Parmesan and basil finish it with a savory, aromatic lift. Serve for a cozy weeknight dinner or a relaxed date night when you want rich flavors without feeling heavy.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook20 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Saffron Cream Shrimp with Gnocchi and Caramelized Onions, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 52 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 90 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 14
- Heart Health
- 64
- Metabolic
- 25
- Digestive
- 20
- Inflammatory
- 54
- Performance
- 43
- General Wellness
- 1
Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion, mushrooms, and brown sugar. Cook, stirring, until the onion turns a deep brown, about 10 minutes. Transfer the caramelized onions to a plate and set aside.
- 2
Meanwhile, fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring it to a rolling boil over high heat. When the water is boiling, add the gnocchi and return to a boil. Cook until the gnocchi float to the top, about 3 minutes; drain and keep warm.
- 3
Return the same skillet to medium-high heat and add the shrimp. Cook, stirring, until the shrimp turn pink on the outside and are no longer translucent in the center, about 5 minutes. Add the caramelized onions, sour cream, paprika, and saffron. Cook and stir until the mixture starts to simmer, then gently fold in the cooked gnocchi. Season with salt.
- 4
Transfer the gnocchi mixture to a serving dish and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and basil to serve.
- Calories 392.49 kcal Moderate 20%
- Protein 33.04 g Good Source 66%
- Carbohydrate 45.96 g 17%
- Total Fat 7.98 g Moderate 10%
- Saturated Fat 4.47 g High 22%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 201.56 mg High 67%
- Sodium 1068.99 mg High 46%
- Dietary Fiber 2.94 g Moderate 11%
- Total Sugars 3.13 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 209.54 mg Moderate 16%
- Iron 0.84 mg Low Source 5%
- Potassium 488.67 mg Moderate 10%
- Vitamin A 3.97 mcg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin C 0.34 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin D 0.16 mcg Low Source 1%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Shellfish 🦐
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Saffron Cream Shrimp with Gnocchi and Caramelized Onions is made with 12 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 35 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Brown Sugar, Butter, Fresh Basil, and Gnocchi. Each serving provides about 392.49 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Saffron Cream Shrimp with Gnocchi and Caramelized Onions made of?
- The main ingredients are Brown Sugar, Butter, Fresh Basil, Gnocchi, Grated Parmesan Cheese. The full list of 12 is above.
- How long does it take to make Saffron Cream Shrimp with Gnocchi and Caramelized Onions?
- About 35 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 20 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 392.49 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Saffron Cream Shrimp with Gnocchi and Caramelized Onions easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 12 ingredients and 4 steps.
- Is Saffron Cream Shrimp with Gnocchi and Caramelized Onions healthy?
- Saffron Cream Shrimp with Gnocchi and Caramelized Onions has an easyChef Pro health score of 48/100. Per serving, it provides 392.49 calories and 33.04 g of protein, or 66% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 1068.99 mg (46% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 4.47 g (22% of the Daily Value). It contains Shellfish, Milk, Wheat, Gluten and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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