Brazilian recipe
Creamy Four-Cheese Shrimp Recipe (Receita de camarão com 4 queijos)
This indulgent shrimp dish features a rich, velvety four-cheese sauce, perfect for a special meal that is both comforting and quick to prepare.
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Ingredients
3 slices of queijo prato
2 cloves of garlic, crushed
3 slices of provolone cheese
2 cartons of table cream (creme de leite)
Salt to taste
1/2 cup of requeijão cremoso
1 tablespoon, heaping, of mustard
2 tablespoons of tomato paste
Dried and fresh herbs to taste
Olive oil, as needed for sautéing
1 kg of shrimp, cleaned, peeled, and deveined
3 slices of mozzarella cheese
2 cloves of garlic, crushed
3 slices of provolone cheese
2 cartons of table cream (creme de leite)
Salt to taste
1/2 cup of requeijão cremoso
1 tablespoon, heaping, of mustard
2 tablespoons of tomato paste
Dried and fresh herbs to taste
Olive oil, as needed for sautéing
1 kg of shrimp, cleaned, peeled, and deveined
3 slices of mozzarella cheese
Where to find ingredients
You can find these ingredients at local grocery stores in Nassau or at island food markets. Shrimp is widely available at local fish docks or supermarket seafood counters. Requeijão cremoso, a Brazilian cream cheese spread, can be found in the international or Latin specialty section of larger supermarkets; as a substitute, a thick, mild cream cheese or mascarpone may be used if unavailable.
Preparation method
- Heat a pan over medium heat and sauté the garlic in olive oil until golden.
- Add the shrimp to the pan and cook until they turn pink and opaque.
- Stir in the fresh and dried herbs, mixing well to allow the flavors to develop for a few minutes.
- Season with salt, mustard, and tomato paste, stirring well to incorporate.
- Arrange the cheese slices over the shrimp, being careful to avoid them sticking to the bottom of the pan.
- If the sauce thickens too much, add a splash of boiling water gradually until reaching the desired consistency.
- Once the cheeses have melted, stir in the requeijão cremoso and table cream, mixing thoroughly.
- As soon as the sauce begins to bubble, remove the pan from the heat.
- Transfer the mixture to a serving dish and serve immediately while hot.
Observations
This four-cheese shrimp recipe balances bold flavors with a luxurious, creamy texture, making it an excellent choice for those looking for a sophisticated yet straightforward dish. It is ideal for special dinners or elevated weeknight meals, utilizing fresh, cleaned shrimp and a blend of cheeses that melt into a silky, irresistible sauce. The process involves sautéing the shrimp with aromatics, incorporating the cheeses and cream, and finishing with a hint of mustard and tomato paste to brighten and deepen the overall flavor profile.
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