Shrimp Cargot Recipe
This Shrimp Cargot Recipe is rich, buttery and full of comfort. I first tried shrimp cargot at a small seafood restaurant. I still remember the sizzling butter smell.
Ingredients
- Large shrimp peeled and deveined – 1 pound
- Unsalted butter softened – ½ cup
- Garlic finely minced – 4 cloves
- Fresh parsley chopped – 2 tablespoons
- Lemon juice – 1 tablespoon
- Parmesan cheese grated – ¼ cup
- Salt – ½ teaspoon
- Black pepper – ¼ teaspoon
- Red pepper flakes – ¼ teaspoon
- Olive oil – 1 tablespoon
Instructions
Preheat the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 375°F. This temperature cooks shrimp fast and keeps them juicy.
Prepare the Shrimp
- Rinse shrimp under cold water. Pat them dry using paper towels. Set aside.
Make Garlic Butter
- In a bowl, mix butter, garlic, parsley, lemon juice, salt and pepper until smooth.
Grease the Dish
- Brush the baking dish with olive oil. This prevents sticking and adds flavor.
Arrange the Shrimp
- Place shrimp in the dish. Arrange them in a single layer for even cooking.
Add Butter Mixture
- Spoon garlic butter over each shrimp. Make sure every shrimp gets coated.
Add Cheese
- Sprinkle Parmesan cheese evenly over the shrimp. This creates a golden topping.
Add Heat
- Sprinkle red pepper flakes lightly. Skip or reduce if you prefer mild flavor.
Bake the Shrimp
- Bake uncovered for 10 to 12 minutes. Shrimp should turn pink and firm.
Rest and Serve
- Remove from oven. Let rest two minutes. Serve warm with bread or lemon wedges.
Notes
- Use fresh shrimp for best texture.
- Do not overbake shrimp. They cook very fast.
- Add white wine for deeper flavor.
- Use mozzarella for milder cheese taste.
- Add mushrooms for extra richness.
- Serve in individual ramekins for style.