Brazilian recipe
Creamy Four-Cheese Prawns (Receita de camarão com 4 queijos e)
Indulge in these easy, creamy four-cheese prawns, a flavorful Brazilian-inspired dish featuring succulent prawns cooked in a rich, velvety cheese sauce.
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Ingredients
3 slices of prato cheese
2 cloves of garlic, 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 and fresh herbs to taste
Olive oil as needed for sautéing
1 kg of prawns, peeled and deveined
3 slices of mozzarella cheese
2 cloves of garlic, 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 and fresh herbs to taste
Olive oil as needed for sautéing
1 kg of prawns, peeled and deveined
3 slices of mozzarella cheese
Where to find ingredients
Prawns can be found at local fishmongers or in the frozen seafood section of major supermarkets. Prato and requeijão are specific cultural ingredients; if unavailable, substitute prato with a mild semi-hard cheese like Edam, and use cream cheese as a substitute for requeijão.
Preparation method
- Heat a pan and sauté the garlic in olive oil until golden.
- Add the prawns and cook until they turn pink and are just cooked through.
- Stir in the fresh and dried herbs, mixing well to allow the flavors to meld for a few minutes.
- Season with salt, mustard, and tomato paste, stirring to incorporate all ingredients.
- Arrange the cheese slices over the prawns, taking care to prevent them from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
- If the sauce is too thick, gradually stir in a little boiling water until the desired consistency is achieved.
- Once the cheese has melted, add the creamy requeijão and heavy cream, stirring thoroughly.
- As soon as the sauce begins to simmer, remove the pan from the heat.
- Transfer to a serving dish and serve hot.
Observations
This four-cheese prawn dish offers a sophisticated blend of intense, savory flavors and an indulgent, creamy texture. It is the perfect choice for a quick yet special meal. The recipe relies on fresh, cleaned prawns and a curated selection of cheeses that melt seamlessly into a luxurious sauce. To prepare, the prawns are sautéed with aromatic garlic, then enriched with a combination of cheeses, cream, and a subtle tang of mustard and tomato paste to balance the richness.
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