Singing Shrimp Recipe

Name: Singing Shrimp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 frozen puff pastry shells, thawed and baked according to manufacturers directions; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1/2 lb button mushrooms (cut into quarters & wiped clean) or 1/2 lb cremini mushroom, stems removed (cut into quarters & wiped clean); 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; 12 ounces medium shrimp (peeled & deveined); 1/2 cup sliced green onion (green & white parts); 1 tablespoon minced shallot; 1 teaspoon minced garlic; 1/2 cup cognac or 1/2 cup brandy; 3/4 cup heavy cream; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 1 tablespoon fresh minced flat leaf parsley

Servings: persons

6 frozen puff pastry shells, thawed and baked according to manufacturers directions
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 lb button mushrooms (cut into quarters & wiped clean) or 1/2 lb cremini mushroom, stems removed (cut into quarters & wiped clean)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
12 ounces medium shrimp (peeled & deveined)
1/2 cup sliced green onion (green & white parts)
1 tablespoon minced shallot
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 cup cognac or 1/2 cup brandy
3/4 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon fresh minced flat leaf parsley

1
After removing pastry shells from oven, take the tip of a thin, sharp knife, and carefully cut out the tops from each pastry and discard the moist insides. Cool pastry shells.
2
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
3
Add the mushrooms, salt and pepper.
4
Cook, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms soften, about 4 minutes.
5
Add the shrimp, green onions, shallots, and garlic and stir-fry for 1 minute.
6
Remove the pan from the heat and add the Cognac.
7
Have a large lid nearby.
8
Return to the heat, and very carefully ignite the brandy.
9
Once the flame goes out(you may need to cover with the lid to extinguish, if the flames leap too dramatically,)add the cream, mustard, and parsley; stir well.
10
Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 2 minutes.
11
To serve, place a pastry shell on each of 6 plates.
12
Spoon the shrimp mixture into each shell.
13
Serve immediately with a nice bottle of Chardonnay.

335

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 frozen puff pastry shells, thawed and baked according to manufacturers directions, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1/2 lb button mushrooms (cut into quarters & wiped clean) or 1/2 lb cremini mushroom, stems removed (cut into quarters & wiped clean), 1/2 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Singing Shrimp falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Singing Shrimp

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