Brazilian recipe
Shrimp and Hearts of Palm Gratin (camarão com palmito gratinado)
This Brazilian-inspired baked shrimp and hearts of palm dish features a velvety sauce and a golden parmesan crust, perfect for an elevated dinner.
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Ingredients
2 cups whole milk
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Salt to taste
1 onion, sliced into rounds
1 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 can hearts of palm (palmito), sliced into rounds
Margarine and butter, as needed for sautéing and greasing
1 can (approx. 300ml) table cream (creme de leite)
Extra grated parmesan cheese for topping
2 kg cleaned and seasoned shrimp
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Salt to taste
1 onion, sliced into rounds
1 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 can hearts of palm (palmito), sliced into rounds
Margarine and butter, as needed for sautéing and greasing
1 can (approx. 300ml) table cream (creme de leite)
Extra grated parmesan cheese for topping
2 kg cleaned and seasoned shrimp
1 tablespoon butter
Where to find ingredients
You can find hearts of palm (palmito) and table cream (creme de leite) in the international or Latin American aisle of most major Canadian grocery stores like Loblaws or Sobeys. For the best result, use fresh, wild-caught shrimp from your local fishmonger. If table cream is unavailable, a high-fat heavy cream acts as a suitable substitute.
Preparation method
- Sauté the shrimp in olive oil with minced garlic and onion slices until they turn pink and slightly golden.
- Prepare the base sauce: in a saucepan, melt the butter and sauté the onion until translucent.
- In a blender, pulse the milk and flour until the mixture is completely smooth.
- Pour the mixture into the saucepan with the sautéed onions and cook over medium heat until it thickens into a rich cream.
- Stir the table cream (creme de leite) into the white sauce and set aside.
- In a greased baking dish, spread the sautéed shrimp evenly and pour the white sauce over the top.
- Sprinkle a generous layer of grated parmesan cheese over the entire dish.
- Place in a preheated oven at 200°C (400°F) for about 20 minutes, or until the top is bubbling and golden brown.
- In a separate skillet, sauté the remaining onion rings in a mix of margarine and butter until lightly caramelized.
- Serve the dish piping hot, garnished with the golden caramelized onion rings.
Observations
This dish pairs sautéed shrimp with delicate hearts of palm in a rich, creamy sauce, all finished under the broiler with a sharp parmesan topping. It is an effortless yet impressive recipe that brings warmth to your table. The preparation starts by sautéing the shrimp, followed by a classic sauce thickened with flour and milk, enriched with cream and cheese. Once assembled in a baking dish, it is gratinated until bubbly and topped with a garnish of golden-brown sautéed onions. It is a fantastic choice for those looking to serve a sophisticated meal using straightforward pantry staples.
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