Description
Succulent garlic shrimp gratin blends Mediterranean flavors with creamy textures from French coastal kitchens. Coastal ingredients and simple techniques create an elegant seafood dish you’ll savor with crusty bread and white wine.
Ingredients
Scale
Seafood:
- 1 pound (450 grams) shrimp, peeled and deveined
Dairy and Cheese:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
Seasonings and Additional Ingredients:
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to a sizzling 375°F (190°C), preparing for a culinary adventure.
- In a skillet, gently melt butter over medium heat, releasing its golden richness.
- Introduce minced garlic to the butter, stirring until its aromatic essence permeates the kitchen.
- Carefully add the shrimp, sprinkling with salt, pepper, and a dash of paprika for depth of flavor.
- Cook the shrimp until they transform into a delicate pink hue, signaling their perfect doneness.
- Pour in heavy cream and a bright splash of lemon juice, creating a luxurious sauce.
- Allow the mixture to simmer for a brief moment, letting the flavors meld and intensify.
- Remove the skillet from heat and gently fold in freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
- Elegantly transfer the shrimp mixture to a prepared baking dish, creating an inviting base.
- Generously sprinkle mozzarella cheese and breadcrumbs across the surface for a golden, crispy topping.
- Slide the dish into the preheated oven, baking for 12-15 minutes until the top turns a beautiful golden brown and the edges bubble with promise.
- Retrieve from the oven and garnish with a flourish of chopped fresh parsley.
- Serve immediately, while the gratin is warm and irresistibly aromatic.
Notes
- For a lighter version, swap heavy cream with half-and-half or Greek yogurt to reduce calories without losing richness.
- Replace traditional breadcrumbs with almond meal or gluten-free panko for a crispy topping that’s celiac-friendly.
- Maximize garlic flavor by using fresh minced garlic instead of pre-chopped, which ensures a more intense and authentic taste profile.
- Remove shrimp from heat immediately when they turn pink to prevent overcooking and maintain tender, juicy texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 570 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 17 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 215 mg