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Shrimp Cargot Recipe

Shrimp Cargot Recipe

Shrimp Cargot Recipe is a tasty dish with butter and cheese. It is like escargot but made with shrimp. The shrimp are baked in a garlic butter sauce.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 320 kcal

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • Mixing bowls
  • Small pot
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Measuring spoons
  • Spoon for mixing
  • Oven mitts
  • Serving plate

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb shrimp peeled and cleaned
  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 2 garlic cloves chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 cup shredded Gruyere cheese
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes optional
  • Baguette slices for serving

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • Melt butter in a pot on low heat.
  • Add garlic and cook until it smells good.
  • Mix in chicken broth and lemon juice.
  • Add salt, pepper, paprika, and red pepper flakes.
  • Put shrimp in a baking dish in one layer.
  • Pour butter sauce over the shrimp.
  • Sprinkle cheese on top.
  • Bake for 12-15 minutes until shrimp turn pink.
  • Sprinkle parsley before serving.
  • Serve hot with baguette slices.

Notes

  • Use fresh shrimp for the best taste.
  • Do not cook too long or shrimp will be tough.
  • Add more red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
  • You can use Parmesan instead of Gruyere cheese.
  • Serve hot for the best flavor.
Keyword Shrimp Cargot Recipe