Garlic Shrimp Gratin Recipe
Garlic Shrimp Gratin is a creamy, cheesy dish with sautéed shrimp in a rich garlic sauce, topped with mozzarella and crispy breadcrumbs, then baked until golden. Perfect with bread or pasta
Equipment
- Oven For baking the gratin to a golden, bubbly finish
- Skillet or Pan To sauté the shrimp and prepare the creamy sauce.
- Baking dish A small to medium-sized dish to assemble and bake the gratin.
- Mixing Bowls For combining the breadcrumb topping and other ingredients.
- Whisk To mix the sauce smoothly.
- Wooden spoon or spatula For stirring the shrimp and sauce.
- Knife & cutting board To mince garlic and chop parsley.
- Measuring cups & spoons For accurate ingredient portions.
Ingredients
- 1 lb 450g shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup whole milk
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese grated
- ½ cup mozzarella cheese shredded
- ¼ cup white wine optional
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp paprika
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes optional
- ½ cup breadcrumbs panko recommended
- 2 tbsp chopped parsley
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
Preheat Oven:
- Set your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Prepare the Shrimp:
- In a pan over medium heat, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add shrimp, season with salt, pepper, and paprika, and cook until they turn pink (about 2 minutes per side).
- Remove shrimp from the pan and set aside.
Make the Sauce:
- In the same pan, add flour and stir for 1 minute to cook off the raw taste.
- Pour in white wine (if using) and let it reduce slightly.
- Slowly add milk and heavy cream, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
- Mix in Parmesan cheese and let it melt into the sauce.
Assemble the Gratin:
- Place cooked shrimp in a baking dish.
- Pour the creamy sauce over the shrimp.
- Sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top.
Prepare the Topping:
- In a small bowl, mix breadcrumbs, olive oil, and chopped parsley.
- Evenly spread over the gratin.
Bake:
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden and bubbly.
Serve:
- Garnish with extra parsley and serve hot with crusty bread or over pasta
Notes
Tips & Variations:
✔ Add veggies – Toss in mushrooms, spinach, or bell peppers for extra flavor.✔ Make it spicier – Increase red pepper flakes or add a dash of cayenne.
✔ Lighter option – Substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.