SHRIMP MOUSSE (MOUSSE DE CREVETTES)

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Provided by Craig Claiborne

Categories     dinner, dips and spreads

Time 10m

Yield About 1 1/4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 egg
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/8 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1/2 cup heavy cream

Steps:

  • Put the shrimp and egg into the container of a food processor. Add salt, pepper, cayenne and nutmeg. Blend to a fine puree.
  • With the motor on, gradually add the cream. Test the seasonings by dropping a teaspoon of the mousse mixture into a little boiling salted water. Cook until it is slightly firm. Drain and taste. If desired, add more seasonings.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 160, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 2 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 10 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Sodium 348 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams

Prince yaseen150
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This mousse is a must-try for any seafood lover. It's so light and flavorful, you'll be hooked after just one bite.


Jessica Jenson
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I'm always looking for new and exciting shrimp recipes. This mousse is definitely a keeper. It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Endurance Solomon
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This mousse is a great way to use up leftover shrimp. It's also a great make-ahead appetizer. I love to serve it with crackers or crostini.


Tgold Shakira
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I made this mousse for a special occasion and it was a huge success. It's so elegant and delicious. I highly recommend it!


Betty Lonv
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This mousse is divine! It's so light and fluffy, and the shrimp flavor is perfectly balanced. I served it with a simple green salad and it was the perfect meal.


Kudakwashe Jowa
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I've made this shrimp mousse several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect appetizer or light lunch. I love the combination of shrimp and cream cheese.


Fahd Khan
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This recipe is a winner! The shrimp mousse was a hit at my dinner party. Everyone loved it. It's easy to make and looks very impressive.


Prahlad Shrestha
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I'm not usually a fan of seafood, but this shrimp mousse has changed my mind. It's so delicious and flavorful, I could eat it every day. The mousse is so light and airy, it just melts in your mouth.


Michael Tele
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Wow, just wow! This shrimp mousse is insanely good. It's so light and airy, yet packed with shrimpy flavor. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. Definitely a keeper!


Chris MacDonnell
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This shrimp mousse was a delightful culinary adventure! The texture was light and fluffy, while the shrimp flavor shone through in every bite. I served it with a zesty lemon sauce, which complemented the delicate mousse perfectly. My guests raved abo