Brazilian recipe
Creamy Four-Cheese Shrimp (Receita de camarão com 4 queijos)
This creamy and flavorful Brazilian dish features tender shrimp enveloped in a rich blend of four melted cheeses, perfect for a special meal at home.
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Ingredients
3 slices of queijo prato
2 cloves of garlic, minced
3 slices of provolone cheese
2 packages (200g each) of table cream (creme de leite)
Salt to taste
1/2 cup of requeijão cremoso
1 generous tablespoon of Dijon or yellow mustard
2 tablespoons of tomato paste
Dried and fresh herbs to taste
Olive oil for sautéing
1 kg of shrimp, peeled and deveined
3 slices of mozzarella cheese
2 cloves of garlic, minced
3 slices of provolone cheese
2 packages (200g each) of table cream (creme de leite)
Salt to taste
1/2 cup of requeijão cremoso
1 generous tablespoon of Dijon or yellow mustard
2 tablespoons of tomato paste
Dried and fresh herbs to taste
Olive oil for sautéing
1 kg of shrimp, peeled and deveined
3 slices of mozzarella cheese
Where to find ingredients
You can find fresh shrimp and table cream at most local grocery stores, often in the seafood and international aisles. Requeijão cremoso is a traditional Brazilian spreadable cheese; if unavailable at local specialty markets, a high-quality cream cheese or mascarpone can serve as a substitute. Queijo prato can be replaced with mild Gouda or Havarti for a similar melt.
Preparation method
- Heat a skillet over medium-high 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 meld for a few minutes.
- Season with salt, mustard, and tomato paste, stirring thoroughly to incorporate.
- Arrange the cheese slices over the shrimp, being careful not to let them stick to the bottom of the pan.
- If the sauce becomes too thick, add a splash of boiling water gradually until you reach the desired consistency.
- Once the cheeses have melted, stir in the requeijão cremoso and the table cream until smooth.
- As soon as the sauce begins to bubble gently, remove the pan from the heat.
- Transfer to a serving dish and enjoy while hot.
Observations
This four-cheese shrimp recipe balances intense flavors with a velvety texture, making it an excellent choice for a quick yet indulgent meal. Combining fresh, peeled shrimp with a selection of cheeses that melt beautifully, this dish creates an incredibly satisfying experience. The preparation involves sautéing the shrimp with aromatics, melting in the cheese blend with heavy cream, and finishing with a hint of mustard and tomato paste to bring out the depth of the sauce.
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