Description
Classic garlic shrimp gratin brings Mediterranean coastal flavors to home kitchens. Succulent shrimp nestled in creamy, herb-infused sauce promise a restaurant-quality meal you’ll savor with each delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 lb (450g) shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon parsley, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare oven to 375°F (190°C) for optimal cooking temperature.
- Gently melt butter in a skillet over medium heat, releasing aromatic garlic until softened and fragrant.
- Introduce shrimp into the pan, generously seasoning with salt, pepper, paprika, and red pepper flakes. Sauté quickly until shrimp turn slightly pink and begin to curl.
- Stream heavy cream into the skillet, allowing mixture to simmer gently. Incorporate Parmesan cheese, stirring until smoothly melted and creating a rich, creamy sauce.
- Carefully transfer the shrimp and sauce mixture into a prepared baking dish, ensuring even distribution.
- Lavishly sprinkle mozzarella cheese and breadcrumbs across the surface, creating a golden, crispy topping.
- Slide the baking dish into the preheated oven, roasting for 12-15 minutes until the top becomes beautifully golden brown and the edges bubble appetizingly.
- Remove from oven and delicately garnish with fresh chopped parsley for a burst of color and herbal freshness.
- Serve immediately while hot, ensuring the maximum enjoyment of the creamy, cheesy shrimp gratin.
Notes
- Choose fresh, high-quality shrimp for the best flavor and texture, ensuring they’re deveined and cleaned thoroughly before cooking.
- Adjust spice levels by reducing or increasing red pepper flakes to match personal heat preferences or dietary needs.
- Use gluten-free breadcrumbs to make the dish suitable for those with gluten sensitivities, maintaining the crispy topping.
- Consider substituting heavy cream with coconut milk for a lighter, dairy-free alternative that still provides rich, creamy consistency.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 374 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 530 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 215 mg