Best 13 Shrimp Crab Meat Au Gratin Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary masterpiece that harmonizes the delicate flavors of succulent shrimp and crab meat, enveloped in a creamy, cheesy au gratin sauce. This delectable dish tantalizes taste buds with its rich and luxurious texture, while the medley of seafood offers a symphony of flavors that dance on the palate. Prepared with a medley of ingredients, this recipe promises an explosion of taste and texture in every bite. From the briny sweetness of the shrimp to the delicate flakiness of the crab meat, each ingredient contributes to a harmonious culinary experience. Whether served as a main course or an elegant appetizer, this shrimp crab meat au gratin is sure to leave a lasting impression on your guests.

Here are our top 13 tried and tested recipes!

SHRIMP AND CRABMEAT AU GRATIN



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Make and share this Shrimp and Crabmeat Au Gratin recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Crab

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 lb lump crabmeat
1 lb shrimp, deveined and cooked
3 tablespoons sherry wine
3 tablespoons butter
3 ounces sharp cheddar cheese
salt
pepper
1/2 cup crushed cracker crumb
1/2 cup romano cheese
butter
1 tablespoon paprika
6 tablespoons butter
6 tablespoons flour
3 cups milk or 3 cups half-and-half

Steps:

  • Medium Cream Sauce: Melt butter in a sauce pan; stir in flour and cook for a minute; add milk or half and half and stir constantly until sauce thicken.
  • Saute shrimp and crabmeat in butter.
  • Add sherry, sharp cheese, and hot cream sauce.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Heat thoroughly and pour into a casserole or individual au gratins.
  • Sprinkle top with cracker crumbs, Romano cheese, and paprika.
  • Dot with butter and cook at 350 degrees until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 551.3, Fat 30.4, SaturatedFat 18.2, Cholesterol 237.8, Sodium 1102.9, Carbohydrate 22.9, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 0.6, Protein 39

SEAFOOD GRATIN



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 cup seafood stock or clam juice
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup plus 3 tablespoons good white wine, such as Chablis, divided
3 tablespoons tomato puree
1/2 teaspoon saffron threads
8 ounces raw shrimp, peeled, deveined, and cut in half crosswise
8 ounces raw halibut, cut into1-inch chunks
8 ounces cooked lobster meat, cut into 1-inch chunks
7 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
3 cups julienned leeks, white and light green parts (2 large)
1 1/2 cups julienned carrots (3 carrots)
1 cup panko (Japanese dried bread crumbs)
1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan
2 tablespoons minced fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon leaves
1 tablespoon minced garlic (2 cloves)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Place 4 individual gratin dishes on sheet pans. (If recipe is doubled serve it in a 14 by 9 1/4-inch oval gratin dish.)
  • Combine the stock, cream, 1/2 cup of the wine, the tomato puree, and saffron in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, lower the heat, and add the shrimp. After 3 minutes, use a slotted spoon to remove the shrimp to a bowl. Add the halibut to the stock for 3 minutes, until just cooked through, and remove to the same bowl. Add the cooked lobster to the bowl.
  • Continue to cook the sauce until reduced by half, about 12 minutes. Mash 1 tablespoon of the butter together with the flour. Whisk the butter mixture into the sauce along with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Simmer, stirring constantly, until thickened, about 5 minutes. Set aside.
  • Melt 3 tablespoons of the butter in a medium saute pan. Add the leeks and carrots and cook over medium heat for 5 minutes, until softened. Add the remaining 3 tablespoons of wine, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper and cook for 5 to 10 minutes, until tender. Set aside.
  • Combine the panko, Parmesan, parsley, tarragon, and garlic. Melt the remaining 3 tablespoons of butter and mix it into the crumbs until they're moistened.
  • Divide the seafood among the 4 gratin dishes. Strew the vegetables on top of each dish. Pour the sauce equally over the seafood and vegetables and spoon the crumbs evenly on top. Bake for 20 minutes, until the top is browned and the sauce is bubbly. Serve hot.

CRAB AND SHRIMP AU GRATIN



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This crab and shrimp Au Gratin, its perfect for a weeknight.

Provided by Stephanie Manley

Categories     Main Course

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 tablespoons Flour
1/2 teaspoon Pepper
1/2 cup American Cheese
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
1/2 teaspoon Salt
2 cups Milk
1/2 teaspoon Tabasco Sauce
1/4 pound Crab Meat
1/2 pound Cooked Shrimp
3 cups rice

Steps:

  • Combine flour, salt, pepper, and 1 cup of milk. Stir until smooth. Combine cheese spread and remaining milk in top of a double boiler, cook over hot water until cheese melts. Add flour mixture and hot sauce to cheese mixture, stir until smooth. Add shrimp and crabmeat. Pour into a greased 1 1/2 quart casserole dish and top with shredded cheese. Bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes. Serve over hot cooked rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 578 kcal, Carbohydrate 82 g, Protein 27 g, Fat 13 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Cholesterol 142 mg, Sodium 1005 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CRAB MEAT AU GRATIN



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Provided by Pierre Franey

Categories     casseroles, appetizer, side dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups milk
1 pinch cayenne pepper
1/8 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
Salt and freshly ground white pepper to taste
3/4 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup dry sherry
1 egg yolk
4 tablespoons finely chopped shallots
1 pound fresh lump crab meat, shell and cartilage removed, if any
4 tablespoons freshly grated Gruyere or Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the broiler to high.
  • Melt two tablespoons of the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the flour and blend well. Do not brown. Add the milk and cook, stirring with a whisk, until blended and smooth. Season with cayenne pepper, nutmeg, salt and pepper.
  • Add the cream, bring to a boil and simmer briefly about 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in half of the sherry, beat in the egg yolk well and remove from heat.
  • Melt the remaining tablespoon of butter in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shallots and cook them briefly until wilted. Add the crab meat and cook briefly, stirring gently. Sprinkle with the remaining sherry.
  • Spoon the crab meat into a baking dish and smooth over with a spatula. Cover with the hot sauce and spoon it over with a rubber spatula. Sprinkle with the cheese.
  • Place the dish under the broiler until golden brown and bubbling hot.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 479, UnsaturatedFat 11 grams, Carbohydrate 12 grams, Fat 34 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 30 grams, SaturatedFat 20 grams, Sodium 895 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams, TransFat 0 grams

CAJUN SEAFOOD AU GRATIN



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This recipe comes from Alex Patout's Seafood Kitchen. I got it off of their website and it is WONDERFUL. This is easy to prepare, only takes a few minutes, and so rich and delicious. I make this often for company and it is one of my son's favorite foods. You may eat this over rice, pasta, or my preference, with a loaf of crusty bread. I have also doubled this for a crowd - works well, but it does make a lot when you do this. This can be served as an appetizer or a main dish. ***reminds me of Papadeaux's Blackened Seafood Fondue***

Provided by Khandi Howard

Categories     Crab

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pint heavy cream
1 tablespoon fresh basil or 2 teaspoons dried basil
1 tablespoon fresh thyme or 2 teaspoons dried thyme
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons ground black pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons ground red pepper
1 teaspoon white pepper
1 cup chopped green onion
1 cup chopped parsley
1/2 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/2 lb crayfish tail
1/2 lb lump crabmeat (we use blue crab) or 1/2 lb white crab meat (we use blue crab)
1 1/2 cups grated cheese (Jack, Swiss, and American work well)
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Pour the cream into a large heavy skillet or saucepan and place over medium-high heat.
  • The cream will rise before it begins to boil; just stir it to keep it from overflowing.
  • Once it begins to simmer, add the herbs, salt, peppers, green onions, and parsley, and continue to let simmer until it becomes thick, 7-8 minutes.
  • Stir in the shrimp and let cook 3-4 minutes, then add the crawfish.
  • Mix well and let cook 2-3 minutes.
  • Gently fold in the crab meat (you paid a premium price for it, so don't destroy those precious lumps).
  • Let cook 2-3 minutes more, then add the 1-1/2 cups cheese and stir gently until it has melted.
  • Preheat the broiler.
  • Pour the hot seafood mixture into a large ovenproof dish or individual ramekins.
  • Sprinkle the top with the Parmesan cheese and glaze under the broiler.
  • Serve immediately.
  • *******Additional Notes:.
  • This dish should really be prepared fresh.
  • It doesn't take long to make, and your guests or family will enjoy watching you prepare it.
  • You don't have to use all three kinds of seafood, either.
  • Try it with just one or two of them, increasing the amounts, or substitute other kinds of seafood that are readily available.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 497.2, Fat 38.5, SaturatedFat 23.2, Cholesterol 255, Sodium 1334.7, Carbohydrate 8.3, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 0.6, Protein 30.4

NEW ORLEANS CRABMEAT AU GRATIN



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This is such a good dish. I would order this every time we went to Don's Seafood Hut in Lafayette....still do when I go home to visit. I have tried many recipes, and this is the closest I can come to theirs. This is a collaboration of many different recipes I have tried.

Provided by SkinnyMinnie

Categories     Crab

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb lump crabmeat
3 1/2 cups hot whipping cream
1/4 lb butter
1 ounce dry white wine
1/4 cup onion, grated
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1 dash hot sauce
1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese, grated
salt and black pepper
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
3 tablespoons flour
parsley, chopped for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375ºF.
  • In a medium heavy bottomed saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
  • Add the onions and garlic; sauté for 3-5 min or until vegetables are wilted. Be careful not to brown.
  • Sprinkle in the flour, blending well into the mixture.
  • Using a wire whisk, add the hot cream into the saucepan, stirring constantly until thick cream sauce is achieved.
  • Reduce heat to a simmer.
  • Add the white wine, lemon juice, nutmeg, and hot sauce, stir to combine.
  • Sprinkle in half of the Cheddar cheese, stirring the mixture constantly.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste. If mixture becomes too thick, add a small amount of hot water or whipping cream.
  • Place equal parts of the crabmeat in the bottom of 6 au gratin dishes, top with sauce-enough to cover and sprinkle with remaining cheese.
  • Bake for 10 min or until cheese is bubbly.
  • OR.
  • Spread crabmeat on the bottom of an 8-inch baking dish, top with sauce, and sprinkle remaining cheese on top.
  • Bake for 30 min or until cheese is bubbly and melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 835.7, Fat 77.1, SaturatedFat 47.8, Cholesterol 317.9, Sodium 623.6, Carbohydrate 9.5, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 0.8, Protein 27.5

CRAB MEAT & SHRIMP AU GRATIN



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This is a FANTASTIC recipe that I developed many years ago. It began at first as Crabmeat Au Gratin & recently I decided to also add Shrimp, which greatly improved an already great dish. Also, instead of a mild chedder, I sometimes use the 4 or 6 blend of shredded cheese, either Kraft or Sargento.

Provided by Alan Leonetti

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 lb backfin crab meat or 1 lb imitation crabmeat
1 1/2 cups unseasoned breadcrumbs
2 eggs
2 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup white port or 1/4 cup cream sherry
20 large cooked shrimp (tails off)
3/4 cup grated mild cheddar cheese
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 cup dried parsley flakes
2 tablespoons paprika

Steps:

  • Place crabmeat into large mixing bowl.
  • Add ONLY 1 cup unseasoned bread crumbs, eggs, butter or margarine, flour, heavy whipping cream, Port Wine or Cream Sherry, ONLY 1/2 cup grated mild cheddar cheese, salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, thyme,& parsley flakes. Mix well with large spoon.
  • Place into a well-greased oven-proof baking dish or casserole.
  • Push the shrimp down into the mixture distributed evenly& then cover the holes with the mixture. Sprinkle top with additional bread crumbs& cheese. Sprinkle top with paprika.
  • Place, uncovered, into preheated 400 degree oven 15 to 20 minutes, or until cheese is melted& top is a light golden brown, but not burned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 623.5, Fat 30.5, SaturatedFat 16.7, Cholesterol 326.3, Sodium 1500.4, Carbohydrate 40.4, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 4.7, Protein 42.4

SHRIMP & CRAB AU GRATIN BY PAULA DEEN



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I watched Paula Deen make this and knew right away I had to make it! It's very rich but very, very good. I served this with crackers as an appetizer.

Provided by CindiJ

Categories     Crab

Time 1h25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 lemon, juice of
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 lb lump crabmeat, cleaned
1 1/2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Melt butter in saucepan over low heat. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Slowly add the milk, stirring with whisk to remove all lumps. Cook for 2 more minutes.
  • Add the wine, lemon juice, salt, black pepper & cayenne pepper, stirring well. Continue to cook until smooth and thickened.
  • Remove from heat.
  • In separate pan bring 2 cups water & 1/2 teaspoons salt to boil. Add shrimp, return to boil; cook for 1 minute. Drain immediately and rough chop.
  • Place roughly chopped shrimp and cleaned crab meat in large bowl. Toss with hands to mix completely taking care not to break up crab meats.
  • Pour sauce over the seafood. Gently fold using large spoon or spatula.
  • Spray 8-inch dish and pour mixture into the dish. Top with grated cheese, making sure to completely cover the seafood mixture.
  • Bake uncovered in preheated 350º oven for 25-30 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 482.6, Fat 27.8, SaturatedFat 16.5, Cholesterol 245.8, Sodium 790.2, Carbohydrate 12, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 0.6, Protein 41.2

SHRIMP & CRAB CASSEROLE



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This quick, easy recipe is truly delicious. The succulent, melt-in-your-mouth seafood flavors and textures make for elegant comfort food. To make ahead, just assemble, cover and refrigerate, then bake when ready. -Jan Bartley, Evergreen, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 packages (8.8 ounces each) ready-to-serve long grain and wild rice
1/4 cup butter, cubed
2 celery ribs, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1-1/2 cups half-and-half cream
1 teaspoon seafood seasoning
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 pounds uncooked shrimp (31-40 per pound), peeled and deveined
2 cans (6 ounces each) lump crabmeat, drained
1 cup shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Spread rice into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. In a large skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add celery and onion; cook and stir until tender, 6-8 minutes. Stir in flour until blended; gradually whisk in cream. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir until thickened, 1-2 minutes., Stir in seafood seasoning, salt, pepper sauce and pepper. Fold in shrimp and crab. Spoon over rice. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake, covered, until shrimp turn pink, 40-45 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes. To Make Ahead: Can be made a day in advance. Prepare recipe as directed, cooling sauce slightly before adding shrimp and crab. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Bake as directed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 376 calories, Fat 17g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 195mg cholesterol, Sodium 1127mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

CRAB AU GRATIN SPREAD



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For a warm and winning appetizer, Suzanne Zick of Maiden, North Carolina serves this special cracker spread. It's rich tasting and easy to whip up with convenient canned crab.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 35m

Yield about 2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon butter, divided
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon paprika
1/2 cup half-and-half cream
1/2 cup milk
1/4 cup white wine or chicken broth
1 can (6 ounces) crabmeat, drained, flaked and cartilage removed or 2/3 cup chopped imitation crabmeat
1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained and chopped
1-1/2 teaspoons minced chives
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon dry bread crumbs
Assorted crackers

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons butter. Stir in the flour, salt and paprika until smooth. Gradually add the cream, milk and wine. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in the crab, mushrooms and chives; heat through. Stir in cheese just until melted., Transfer to a greased shallow 1-qt. baking dish. Melt remaining butter; toss with bread crumbs. Sprinkle over crab mixture. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 10-15 minutes or until bubbly. Let stand for 5 minutes. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 64 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 185mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.

SEAFOOD AU GRATIN



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This is delicious and well worth the effort! Make sure the seafood is very fresh. Best if served in individual baking dishes, but can be made in one larger dish if they are not available.

Provided by JELI

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Seafood Main Dish Recipes     Crab

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 pound bay or sea scallops, rinsed and drained
3 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups hot chicken broth
3 tablespoons chopped shallots
1 (4 ounce) can button mushrooms, drained
½ cup white wine
1 pound cooked crab meat
2 cups shredded provolone cheese
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Lightly butter 8 small baking dishes.
  • In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium high heat. Saute shrimp and scallops until firm, about 5 minutes.
  • In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour until smooth. Gradually add chicken broth and raise heat to high. Stir until thickened. Mix in shallots, mushrooms and wine. Cook for 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Arrange shrimp, scallops and crab in the bottom of prepared dishes. Pour sauce over seafood and cover with cheese.
  • Bake in preheated oven until golden, about 12 t o15 minutes. Sprinkle with parsley and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 396.7 calories, Carbohydrate 4.2 g, Cholesterol 213.8 mg, Fat 19.8 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 44.4 g, SaturatedFat 9.9 g, Sodium 1128.7 mg, Sugar 0.9 g

SHRIMP AND CRAB AU GRATIN



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For me, this is the ultimate in comfort food. Rich and creamy, cheesy, and seafood all in one dish...how do you lose? I've been known to add a LOT more cheese if I'm in the mood, or toss in some Cajun seasoning to spice it up a bit. Prep time includes stove-top cooking time, cooking time is just the baking time.

Provided by Felix4067

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup butter (must be real butter, no margarine)
1/3 cup celery, chopped fine
1 cup white onion, chopped fine
1/2 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes
1/3 cup flour
2 egg yolks
1/2 teaspoon salt
8 ounces crabmeat, cooked and flaked
12 ounces shrimp, cooked, shelled, and deveined
1 (12 ounce) can evaporated milk
1/3 cup milk
12 ounces cheddar cheese, grated (use real cheese, not the pre-shredded stuff)

Steps:

  • Melt butter in medium frying pan.
  • Add onions and celery and saute until soft.
  • Meahwhile, in a small bowl, lightly beat egg yolks with salt and red pepper flakes and set aside.
  • Add flour to pan, and mix well.
  • Immediately add evaporated milk gradually, stirring constantly to thin flour mixture.
  • Add regular milk, stirring constantly, until completely incorporated.
  • Add egg yolk mixture, mix well, and cook 10 minutes, stirring frequently.
  • Remove from heat; add the crab and shrimp and mix well.
  • Add 8 oz. of the cheese and mix well.
  • Pour mixture into a well-greased 3-quart casserole dish.
  • Sprinkle remaining cheese over the top.
  • Bake uncovered at 375F for 15 minutes, until cheese melts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 590.3, Fat 41.2, SaturatedFat 25.3, Cholesterol 307.7, Sodium 1172.1, Carbohydrate 15.4, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 1.6, Protein 39.1

SHRIMP AU GRATIN



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A unique way to eating shrimp, it's au gratin. Try it over grilled veggies and it's even better. It's very filling and appetizing. You can serve the shrimp au gratin on top of some of your favorite grilled vegetables, like portobello mushrooms.

Provided by IMANKAY

Categories     Seafood     Shellfish     Shrimp

Time 55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, or to taste
1 tablespoon butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups milk
1 pinch ground nutmeg
salt to taste
30 uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
4 teaspoons Italian seasoning, divided
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
1 shallot, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, or to taste
½ cup dry bread crumbs
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Heat oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat until butter melts. Reduce heat to medium, whisk in flour, and stir until a thick paste forms, about 5 minutes. Gradually whisk in milk and bring to a simmer. Cook and stir until the sauce is thick and smooth, 5 to 10 minutes. Season with nutmeg and salt.
  • Place shrimp in a casserole dish and coat with 3 teaspoons Italian seasoning and salt to taste. Cover with sauce and sprinkle Cheddar cheese on top. Add shallot, remaining Italian seasoning, and parsley. Top with bread crumbs, followed by Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until crisp, about 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 439.6 calories, Carbohydrate 22.5 g, Cholesterol 176.5 mg, Fat 24.6 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 31.4 g, SaturatedFat 13.3 g, Sodium 708.5 mg, Sugar 7.4 g

Tips:

  • To make the perfect roux, cook the butter and flour over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture is golden brown and smells nutty.
  • Use a combination of heavy cream and milk to make the sauce. This will give the sauce a rich and creamy texture.
  • Season the sauce with salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper to taste. You can also add a pinch of paprika for a smoky flavor.
  • Be sure to use fresh shrimp and crab meat for the best flavor. If you're using frozen seafood, thaw it completely before cooking.
  • Cook the shrimp and crab meat until it is just cooked through. Overcooked seafood is tough and chewy.
  • Serve the shrimp and crab meat au gratin immediately with your favorite sides.

Conclusion:

Shrimp and crab meat au gratin is a delicious and elegant dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. This dish is sure to impress your guests, and it is a great way to use up leftover seafood.

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