Brazilian recipe
Creamy Shrimp Casserole
Prepare a delicious homemade creamy shrimp casserole, a traditional Brazilian dish, perfect for a special lunch or to impress.
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Ingredients
1 kg cleaned and peeled shrimp
1 container creamy cheese spread
1 box heavy cream
1 medium grated onion
1 crushed garlic clove
Olive oil to taste
Salt to taste
Grated Parmesan cheese for gratinating (optional)
1 container creamy cheese spread
1 box heavy cream
1 medium grated onion
1 crushed garlic clove
Olive oil to taste
Salt to taste
Grated Parmesan cheese for gratinating (optional)
Where to find ingredients
Look for fresh or frozen shrimp at your local fish market or grocery store seafood counter. Creamy cheese spread and heavy cream are available in the dairy section of most supermarkets. Onions, garlic, olive oil, salt, and Parmesan cheese are pantry staples found in any grocery store.
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 starts 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
- Place in a preheated oven at high temperature to gratinate for about 10-15 minutes, or until golden brown
Observations
Creamy shrimp casserole is a classic Brazilian dish, known for its velvety texture and bold 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 who don't want to compromise on a flavorful and elegant meal. Serve as a main course with 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 who don't want to compromise on a flavorful and elegant meal. Serve as a main course with white rice and potato sticks for a complete experience.
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