Description
Creamy garlic shrimp gratin brings Mediterranean coastal flavors straight to your kitchen table. Cheese-topped seafood delicacy promises rich, aromatic comfort with each forkful you savor.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound (1 lb / 454 grams) shrimp, peeled and deveined
Dairy and Cheese:
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons (30 grams) butter
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) heavy cream
Seasonings and Additional Ingredients:
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) olive oil
- 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 grams) salt
- 1/4 teaspoon (1.25 grams) black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon (1.25 grams) red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) chopped parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare an oven at 375°F (190°C), ensuring proper rack positioning for even heating.
- Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat, allowing garlic to release its aromatic essence and become lightly golden.
- Introduce shrimp to the pan, seasoning with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes, cooking until seafood transforms to a vibrant pink hue and just becomes opaque.
- Remove pan from heat and gently incorporate heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, creating a luxurious, velvety sauce that coats the shrimp evenly.
- Carefully transfer the creamy shrimp mixture into a prepared baking dish, ensuring an even distribution.
- Generously sprinkle mozzarella cheese and breadcrumbs across the surface, creating a textured and golden topping.
- Drizzle olive oil over the entire dish to enhance browning and add a subtle richness.
- Place in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 15 minutes, watching for a golden-brown crust and bubbling edges.
- Once finished, remove from oven and garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a burst of color and fresh flavor.
- Serve immediately while hot, allowing guests to enjoy the dish at its peak temperature and texture.
Notes
- Enhance shrimp’s tenderness by patting them dry before cooking to prevent excess moisture and ensure a crispy golden top.
- Customize heat levels by adjusting red pepper flakes or substituting with mild paprika for those preferring less spice.
- Opt for gluten-free breadcrumbs or crushed almond meal to make the dish suitable for gluten-sensitive diners while maintaining a delightful crispy texture.
- Choose fresh, high-quality shrimp for maximum flavor, preferably wild-caught or sustainably sourced varieties that elevate the overall taste profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 370 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 220 mg