Brazilian recipe
Gratinated Shrimp with Heart of Palm (Camarão com palmito gratinado)
This classic Brazilian dish pairs succulent shrimp and tender heart of palm in a rich, creamy sauce, finished with a golden Parmesan crust.
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Ingredients
2 cups milk
1/2 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Salt to taste
1 onion, sliced
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 can heart of palm, sliced
Margarine and butter, as needed for sautéing and greasing
1 can table cream
Grated Parmesan cheese for sprinkling
2 kg cleaned and seasoned shrimp
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Salt to taste
1 onion, sliced
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 can heart of palm, sliced
Margarine and butter, as needed for sautéing and greasing
1 can table cream
Grated Parmesan cheese for sprinkling
2 kg cleaned and seasoned shrimp
1 tablespoon butter
Where to find ingredients
All ingredients are commonly found at local supermarkets, produce markets, and specialty food stores. Heart of palm (canned) is typically available in the international or canned vegetable aisle. Table cream (creme de leite) can be found in the dairy section; if unavailable, a heavy cream substitute may be used.
Preparation method
- Sauté the shrimp in olive oil with minced garlic and sliced onion until golden brown
- Prepare the white sauce: in a saucepan, melt the butter and sauté the onion until translucent
- In a blender, combine the milk and all-purpose flour until the mixture is smooth
- Add the mixture to the sautéed onion in the saucepan and cook until it thickens into a heavy cream
- Mix the table cream into the white sauce and set aside
- In a greased baking dish, spread the sautéed shrimp and cover with the white sauce
- Sprinkle a generous amount of grated Parmesan cheese over the top
- Place in a preheated oven at 200°C for approximately 20 minutes or until golden and gratinated
- Brown the onion in a skillet with margarine and butter until lightly caramelized
- Serve the dish hot, garnished with the golden caramelized onions
Observations
This dish brings together sautéed shrimp and delicate heart of palm, unified by a creamy sauce and finished with a golden-baked Parmesan layer. It is a practical and flavorful recipe, perfect for adding a touch of elegance to any gathering. The process involves searing the shrimp, crafting a velvety sauce enriched with cream and cheese, assembling it in a baking dish, and finalizing with a garnish of lightly sautéed golden onions. It is an excellent choice for those seeking a sophisticated meal using accessible, pantry-friendly ingredients.
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