Brazilian recipe
Creamy and Easy Shrimp Casserole
Prepare a delicious homemade shrimp casserole, a traditional Brazilian dish, perfect for a special lunch or to impress.
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Ingredients
1 kg shrimp, cleaned and peeled
1 pot creamy cheese spread (similar to cream cheese with a rich texture)
1 box heavy cream
1 medium onion, grated
1 clove garlic, minced
Olive oil, to taste
Salt, to taste
Grated Parmesan cheese, for gratinating (optional)
1 pot creamy cheese spread (similar to cream cheese with a rich texture)
1 box heavy cream
1 medium onion, grated
1 clove garlic, minced
Olive oil, to taste
Salt, to taste
Grated Parmesan cheese, for gratinating (optional)
Where to find ingredients
Shrimp: Available fresh or frozen in the seafood section of most supermarkets and fish markets.
Creamy cheese spread: Look for cream cheese or other spreadable cream cheeses in the dairy section of supermarkets. For a closer texture to the original Brazilian 'requeijão cremoso' or 'catupiry', seek out specialty Latin or Brazilian food stores.
Heavy cream: Available in the dairy section of supermarkets.
Onion and Garlic: Available in the produce section of supermarkets and local markets.
Olive oil, Salt, Parmesan cheese: Available in the oil, seasoning, and dairy sections of supermarkets.
Creamy cheese spread: Look for cream cheese or other spreadable cream cheeses in the dairy section of supermarkets. For a closer texture to the original Brazilian 'requeijão cremoso' or 'catupiry', seek out specialty Latin or Brazilian food stores.
Heavy cream: Available in the dairy section of supermarkets.
Onion and Garlic: Available in the produce section of supermarkets and local markets.
Olive oil, Salt, Parmesan cheese: Available in the oil, seasoning, and dairy sections of supermarkets.
Preparation method
- Season the shrimp with salt and garlic
- Set aside
- In a pan, heat a drizzle of olive oil and sauté the grated onion until translucent
- Add the seasoned shrimp to the pan with the onion and cook for a few minutes, just until it changes color
- Remove the shrimp and set aside in a baking dish
- In the same pan, add a little more olive oil if needed, and the creamy cheese spread
- Stir until it begins to melt
- Incorporate the heavy cream into the cheese spread, mixing well until a homogeneous cream is obtained
- Adjust salt to taste
- Pour the hot cream over the reserved shrimp in the baking dish
- If desired, sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top
- Bake in a preheated oven at high temperature to gratinate for about 10-15 minutes, or until golden brown
Observations
Shrimp casserole is a classic dish in Brazilian cuisine, known for its velvety texture and distinct flavor. Ideal for special occasions or for those who want a comforting and sophisticated main course, this recipe uses fresh shrimp and creamy ingredients for a spectacular result.
This preparation is surprisingly simple and quick, making it an excellent option even for those with little time in the kitchen, but who don't give up on a flavorful and elegant meal. Serve as a main course accompanied by white rice and potato sticks for a complete experience.
This preparation is surprisingly simple and quick, making it an excellent option even for those with little time in the kitchen, but who don't give up on a flavorful and elegant meal. Serve as a main course accompanied by white rice and potato sticks for a complete experience.
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