Brazilian recipe
Shrimp with Heart of Palm Gratin (Camarão com palmito gratinado)
Discover a classic Brazilian dish combining succulent shrimp and heart of palm in a creamy, cheese-crusted sauce perfect for any special occasion.
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Ingredients
2 cups milk
1/2 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons wheat 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 cream
Grated Parmesan cheese for sprinkling
2 kg cleaned and seasoned shrimp
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons wheat 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 cream
Grated Parmesan cheese for sprinkling
2 kg cleaned and seasoned shrimp
1 tablespoon butter
Where to find ingredients
You can find all ingredients at local supermarkets and food markets. Heart of palm is typically available in the canned goods section. As a substitute for heart of palm, artichoke hearts can be used if necessary, though the original ingredient provides the authentic texture.
Preparation method
- Sauté the shrimp in olive oil with minced garlic and sliced onion until golden.
- Prepare the white sauce: in a saucepan, melt the butter and sauté the onion until translucent.
- In a blender, process the milk with the wheat flour until you have a smooth mixture.
- Add the mixture to the sautéed onion in the saucepan and cook until it thickens into a heavy cream.
- Mix the 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 about 20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Brown the onion in a skillet with margarine and butter until lightly caramelized.
- Serve the dish hot, garnished with the caramelized onion.
Observations
This dish masterfully blends sautéed shrimp with tender heart of palm, all enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce and topped with a golden layer of Parmesan cheese. It is a practical yet sophisticated recipe that brings a touch of elegance to the table. The process involves lightly sautéing the shrimp, preparing a savory white sauce enriched with cream and cheese, assembling the layers in a baking dish, and finishing it to a perfect golden gratin. It is an ideal choice for those looking to prepare a high-quality meal using accessible ingredients.
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