Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
2 unit

unsalted butter

melted

4 unit

garlic

finely chopped

0.5 pound

raw medium shrimp

peeled, deveined, and chopped

0.25 cup

dry white wine

1 tbsp

fresh lemon juice

0.25 tsp

kosher salt

1 tbsp

flat-leaf parsley leaves

chopped

1 unit

Crackers

for serving

1 unit

French baguette

thinly sliced and toasted, for serving

Step 1
~11 min

Melt all but 2 tablespoons of the butter in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat without boiling, about 4 minutes, and skim off any foam that rises to the surface (clarify butter).

Step 2
~11 min

Remove from the heat and set aside.

Step 3
~11 min

Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat in a medium skillet.

Step 4
~11 min

Cook the garlic, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Step 5
~11 min

Add the chopped shrimp and cook, stirring frequently, until starting to turn pink, about 2 minutes.

Step 6
~11 min

Pour in the white wine and cook, stirring, until the liquid is nearly completely evaporated, about 3 minutes.

Step 7
~11 min

Pour in the lemon juice and cook 1 minute longer.

Step 8
~11 min

Stir in the salt and clarified butter and remove from the heat.

Step 9
~11 min

Spoon the shrimp into a small baking dish.

Step 10
~11 min

Stir in the chopped parsley and pour the melted butter from the skillet over the shrimp just to cover.

Step 11
~11 min

Reserve any remaining butter in the refrigerator.

Step 12
~11 min

Chill the shrimp until the butter is solid, about 2 hours.

Step 13
~11 min

Pulse the shrimp mixture in a food processor until pureed.

Step 14
~11 min

Return the mixture to the baking dish.

Step 15
~11 min

Warm the refrigerated reserved butter in the microwave just until liquefied, about 10 seconds.

Step 16
~11 min

Pour the liquefied butter over the shrimp to cover.

Step 17
~11 min

Refrigerate for 3 hours or overnight.

Step 18
~11 min

Remove the dish from the refrigerator 1 hour before serving to soften slightly.

Step 19
~11 min

Spread on crackers or toasted baguette slices and garnish with additional parsley.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use high-quality butter for the best flavor.

Adjust the amount of garlic to your preference.

Serve with a variety of crackers and breads.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Can be made up to 3 days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve chilled with crackers, baguette slices, or crudités.

Accompany with a crisp white wine.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Pickled vegetables
Olives

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United Kingdom

Cultural Significance

Traditional appetizer in British cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
New Year's Eve

Occasion Tags

Party
Holiday
Dinner Party

Popularity Score

60/100

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