Brazilian recipe
Creamy Four-Cheese Shrimp (Receita de camarão com 4 queijos)
This indulgent, velvety dish brings together fresh shrimp and a rich blend of four cheeses, perfect for a special meal with a bold and savory twist.
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Ingredients
3 slices of queijo prato
2 cloves of garlic, crushed
3 slices of provolone cheese
2 packs of table cream (creme de leite)
Salt to taste
1/2 cup of requeijão cremoso
1 heaping tablespoon of mustard
2 tablespoons of tomato paste
Dried and fresh herbs to taste
Extra virgin olive oil for sautéing
1 kg of cleaned, peeled, and deveined shrimp
3 slices of mozzarella cheese
2 cloves of garlic, crushed
3 slices of provolone cheese
2 packs of table cream (creme de leite)
Salt to taste
1/2 cup of requeijão cremoso
1 heaping tablespoon of mustard
2 tablespoons of tomato paste
Dried and fresh herbs to taste
Extra virgin olive oil for sautéing
1 kg of cleaned, peeled, and deveined shrimp
3 slices of mozzarella cheese
Where to find ingredients
You can find fresh shrimp at local fish markets or supermarket seafood counters. For the Brazilian cheeses like queijo prato and requeijão, check the international or specialty deli section of your local grocery store; if unavailable, mild havarti or gouda can act as a substitute for prato, and cream cheese can serve as a substitute for requeijão.
Preparation method
- Heat a heavy-bottomed pot and sauté the garlic in olive oil until lightly golden.
- Add the shrimp to the pot and cook until they turn pink and opaque.
- Incorporate the fresh and dried herbs, stirring well to combine, and let the flavors meld for a few minutes.
- Season with salt, mustard, and tomato paste, mixing thoroughly to ensure the ingredients are well distributed.
- Layer the cheese slices over the shrimp, taking care to prevent sticking at the base of the pan.
- If the sauce thickens too much, add a small amount of boiling water gradually until reaching the desired consistency.
- Once the cheeses have fully melted, stir in the requeijão cremoso and table cream until smooth.
- As soon as the sauce begins to simmer, remove from the heat immediately.
- Transfer to a serving dish and enjoy the meal while hot.
Observations
This four-cheese shrimp recipe balances intense, savory flavors with a luxurious creamy texture, making it an excellent choice for those who want an impressive meal without spending hours in the kitchen. Suitable for both quick weeknight dinners and more refined gatherings, it relies on high-quality cleaned shrimp and a selection of cheeses that melt beautifully into a decadent sauce. The cooking process begins by sautéing the shrimp with aromatics, followed by a savory infusion of mustard and tomato extract, which provides a bright depth to the richness of the cheeses.
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