Brazilian recipe
Easy and Creamy Four-Cheese Shrimp (Receita de camarão com 4 queijos e)
This creamy four-cheese shrimp is a flavorful Brazilian dish perfect for quick meals and special dinners, featuring succulent shrimp and a rich cheese blend.
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Ingredients
3 slices of Prato cheese
2 garlic cloves, crushed
3 slices of Provolone cheese
2 packs (approx. 400g) of heavy cream
Salt to taste
1/2 cup of creamy Requeijão
1 heaping tablespoon of mustard
2 tablespoons of tomato paste
Dried herbs and fresh greens to taste
Olive oil for sautéing
1 kg of cleaned, peeled, and deveined shrimp
3 slices of Mozzarella cheese
2 garlic cloves, crushed
3 slices of Provolone cheese
2 packs (approx. 400g) of heavy cream
Salt to taste
1/2 cup of creamy Requeijão
1 heaping tablespoon of mustard
2 tablespoons of tomato paste
Dried herbs and fresh greens to taste
Olive oil for sautéing
1 kg of cleaned, peeled, and deveined shrimp
3 slices of Mozzarella cheese
Where to find ingredients
Find fresh shrimp at local fishmongers or the seafood counters of supermarkets like Shoprite or Game. For the cheeses (Prato, Mozzarella, Provolone) and Requeijão, check the dairy section of large supermarkets. If Requeijão is unavailable, a high-quality thick cream cheese may be used as a substitute.
Preparation method
- Heat a large pan and sauté the garlic in olive oil until golden.
- Add the shrimp and sauté until they turn pink and are cooked through.
- Incorporate the dried herbs and fresh greens, stir well, and let the flavors meld for a few minutes.
- Season with salt, mustard, and tomato paste, stirring well to ensure everything is combined.
- Layer the cheese slices over the shrimp, being careful to avoid sticking to the bottom of the pan.
- If the sauce is too thick, add a little boiling water bit by bit until you reach your desired consistency.
- Once the cheeses have melted, stir in the creamy Requeijão and heavy cream, mixing thoroughly.
- As soon as the sauce begins to simmer, remove from the heat.
- Transfer to a serving dish and serve piping hot.
Observations
This four-cheese shrimp recipe pairs bold flavors with a luxuriously creamy texture, making it an excellent choice for those looking for a sophisticated yet effortless meal. Perfect for mid-week dinners or hosting, it relies on fresh, cleaned shrimp and a selection of melting cheeses. The cooking process involves sautéing the shrimp with aromatics, melting the cheeses into a silky sauce with cream, and finishing it off with a hint of mustard and tomato extract to elevate the flavor profile.
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