POTTED SHRIMP

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Categories     Condiment/Spread     Shellfish     Appetizer     Sauté

Yield 4 people

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 tablespoons butter, at room temperature
2 shallots, thinly sliced
1 clove garlic, crushed
½ pound (about 15 large) shrimp, peeled and deveined
Salt, to taste
2 tablespoons sherry
⅓ cup cream cheese, at room temperature
2 scallions, chopped
Grated rind and juice of ½ lemon
Pinch of cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • 1. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat 1 tablespoon butter. Add the shallots and garlic. Cook, stirring often, for 3 minutes, or until tender. 2. Add shrimp and sprinkle with salt. Cook, tossing the shrimp, for 2 minutes. Add sherry, and cook for 1 minute or until the shrimp are cooked through and sherry has reduced to a Potted shrimp is a British dish once used for preservation. Butter was ladled over cooked shrimp, sealing the crock, and protecting the seafood in much the same way as a French confit protects cooked duck. This version uses less butter and a little cream cheese and can be made a day in advance. Remove the dish from the refrigerator about 1 hour before serving. 4 tablespoons butter, at room temperature 2 shallots, thinly sliced 1 clove garlic, crushed ½ pound (about 15 large) shrimp, peeled and deveined Salt, to taste 2 tablespoons sherry ⅓ cup cream cheese, at room temperature 2 scallions, chopped Grated rind and juice of ½ lemon Pinch of cayenne pepper 1. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat 1 tablespoon butter. Add the shallots and garlic. Cook, stirring often, for 3 minutes, or until tender. 2. Add shrimp and sprinkle with salt. Cook, tossing the shrimp, for 2 minutes. Add sherry, and cook for 1 minute or until the shrimp are cooked through and sherry has reduced to a syrup. Set aside to cool completely. 3. In a food processor, blend the remaining 3 tablespoons butter with the cream cheese. Scrape down the sides of the work bowl. Add scallions, lemon rind and juice, cayenne pepper, and shrimp mixture. Pulse quickly until just combined. Do not work the mixture into a puree. It should be chunky. Taste for seasoning, and add more salt and cayenne, if you like. 4. Transfer to a bowl and press a piece of plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the mixture. Cover with more plastic wrap. Refrigerate overnight. Serve with toast or crackers.

Arshad Amin
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This recipe is a winner! The shrimp were juicy and flavorful, and the sauce was rich and creamy. I served it with some rice, and it was a delicious and satisfying meal.


Md Alfi
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I'm not a huge fan of shrimp, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The shrimp were cooked perfectly, and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I served it with some crusty bread, and it was a delicious and satisfying meal.


Taifur U'll isllam
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The shrimp cook quickly, and the sauce is simple but flavorful. I served it with some roasted vegetables, and it was a delicious and healthy meal.


Parmila Dhimal
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I've made this recipe several times, and it's always a hit. The shrimp are always tender and juicy, and the sauce is creamy and flavorful. I love serving this with rice or pasta.


Elyce Amber
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make, and the results are always amazing. The shrimp are always cooked perfectly, and the sauce is creamy and flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe!


Keisha Chester
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This recipe is a keeper! The shrimp were tender and juicy, and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I served it with some rice, and it was a delicious and satisfying meal.


LUTUFYO BWAGILO
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I'm not a fan of seafood, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The shrimp were cooked perfectly, and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I served it with some crusty bread, and it was a delicious and satisfying meal.


Rama Ik
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion. The shrimp are cooked perfectly, and the sauce is rich and flavorful. I served it with some roasted vegetables, and it was a delicious and elegant meal.


Parkash Pandey
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I've made this recipe several times, and it's always a hit. The shrimp are always tender and juicy, and the sauce is creamy and flavorful. I love serving this with rice or pasta.


Mansoor khan Afghan
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make, and the results are always amazing. The shrimp are always cooked perfectly, and the sauce is creamy and flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe!


ojo babatunde
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This recipe is a winner! The shrimp were juicy and flavorful, and the sauce was rich and creamy. I served it with some rice, and it was a delicious and satisfying meal.


Myles Bartolin
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I'm not a huge fan of shrimp, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The shrimp were cooked perfectly, and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I served it with some crusty bread, and it was a delicious and satisfying meal.


Imam Mahadi
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The shrimp cook quickly, and the sauce is simple but flavorful. I served it with some roasted vegetables, and it was a delicious and healthy meal.


Makki Mukarram ali
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make, and the shrimp are always cooked perfectly. I also love the creamy sauce. I often serve this with rice or pasta.


Charley
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This recipe is a keeper! The shrimp were tender and juicy, and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I served it with some crusty bread, and it was a delicious and satisfying meal.


Aizaz Mehmood
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I've tried many potted shrimp recipes, but this one is by far the best. The combination of spices and herbs is perfect, and the shrimp are cooked to perfection. I highly recommend this recipe!


Dary Martinez
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This is my new favorite shrimp recipe! It's so easy to make, and the results are always amazing. The shrimp are always cooked perfectly, and the sauce is rich and flavorful. I love serving this with rice or pasta.


Vanessa Bermeo
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Just made this for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the creamy, flavorful sauce and the plump, succulent shrimp. I'll definitely be making this again.


Simarpreet Manaise
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Oh my goodness, these potted shrimp are a dream come true! The flavors meld together perfectly, and the shrimp are cooked to perfection. I served them with some crusty bread and a glass of white wine, and it was an absolute feast. Thank you for shari