Brazilian recipe
Creamy Four-Cheese Shrimp (Receita de camarão com 4 queijos)
A rich and indulgent dish featuring succulent shrimp bathed in a velvety blend of four distinct cheeses, perfect for a special meal.
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Ingredients
3 slices of Prato cheese
2 cloves of garlic, crushed
3 slices of Provolone cheese
2 packs of all-purpose 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
Olive oil, as needed for sautéing
1 kg of shrimp, peeled and deveined
3 slices of Mozzarella cheese
2 cloves of garlic, crushed
3 slices of Provolone cheese
2 packs of all-purpose 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
Olive oil, as needed for sautéing
1 kg of shrimp, peeled and deveined
3 slices of Mozzarella cheese
Where to find ingredients
You can find fresh shrimp at local wet markets (palengke) or the seafood section of major supermarkets like SM Supermarket or Robinsons. Look for Prato cheese and requeijão cremoso in the specialty imported dairy aisles of upscale grocery stores; if unavailable, mild Edam or Havarti can serve as substitutes for Prato, and softened cream cheese is a common local alternative for requeijão.
Preparation method
- Heat a pan and sauté the garlic in olive oil until fragrant and golden.
- Add the shrimp and sauté until they turn pink and are fully cooked.
- Stir in the herbs and dried seasonings, mixing well to allow the flavors to meld for a few minutes.
- Season with salt, mustard, and tomato paste, stirring to ensure all ingredients are well combined.
- Layer the cheese slices over the shrimp, being careful to prevent sticking at the base of the pan.
- If the sauce thickens too much, add a splash of boiling water gradually until you reach the desired consistency.
- Once the cheese has melted, fold in the requeijão cremoso and all-purpose cream, stirring thoroughly.
- As soon as the sauce begins to bubble gently, remove the pan from the heat.
- Transfer to a serving dish and enjoy the meal while hot.
Observations
This recipe for creamy four-cheese shrimp brings together bold flavors and a luscious, velvet-like consistency. It is a refined yet straightforward dish, perfect for those seeking an elevated meal that comes together without fuss. By combining fresh, cleaned shrimp with a mix of cheeses that melt seamlessly, this recipe creates an irresistible sauce. The preparation process involves sautéing the shrimp with aromatics, melting in the cheeses, and incorporating cream, finished with a subtle hint of mustard and tomato paste to balance the profile.
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