Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
2 tbsp

butter

melted

2 tbsp

all-purpose flour

0.5 tsp

Dijon mustard

0.13 tsp

salt

0.75 cup

milk

1.5 lb

shrimp

cleaned, deveined and drained

0.5 lb

crab meat

10 unit

phyllo pastry

thawed

1 cup

butter

melted

0.5 cup

bread crumbs

0.25 cup

Parmesan cheese

0.13 tsp

dry mustard

1 cup

Swiss cheese

shredded

1 unit

hard-cooked egg

chopped

0.25 cup

shallots

chopped

0.5 cup

parsley

chopped

0.25 cup

green onion

chopped

1 unit

clove garlic

minced

0.5 cup

sour cream

Step 1
~4 min

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2
~4 min

Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a saucepan over low heat.

Step 3
~4 min

Slowly stir in flour to make a smooth paste and heat gently.

Step 4
~4 min

Remove from heat and add Dijon mustard and salt.

Step 5
~4 min

Slowly add milk, stirring continuously to avoid lumps.

Step 6
~4 min

Place the saucepan over medium heat.

Step 7
~4 min

Cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens.

Step 8
~4 min

Set aside the sauce to cool completely. (It will become firm).

Step 9
~4 min

In a separate bowl, combine shrimp, crab meat, Swiss cheese, hard-cooked egg, shallots, parsley, green onion, minced garlic, and sour cream.

Step 10
~4 min

Gently fold the cooled sauce into the seafood mixture.

Step 11
~4 min

Lay one sheet of phyllo pastry on a baking sheet.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 12
~4 min

Brush with melted butter and sprinkle with bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese.

Step 13
~4 min

Repeat layering with the remaining phyllo pastry sheets, butter, bread crumbs, and Parmesan cheese.

Step 14
~4 min

Spread the seafood mixture evenly over the phyllo pastry.

Step 15
~4 min

Carefully fold the sides of the phyllo pastry over the filling, then roll up the strudel.

Step 16
~4 min

Brush the top of the strudel with melted butter.

Step 17
~4 min

Bake for 30 minutes, or until golden brown.

Step 18
~4 min

Let cool slightly before slicing and serving.

Step 19
~4 min

Garnish with parsley, shrimp, and lemon slices.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Be careful not to overfill the strudel or it will be difficult to roll.

Ensure the phyllo pastry is properly thawed to prevent tearing.

Serve warm with a side salad.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and baked just before serving.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a lemon wedge.

Serve with a side of tartar sauce.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Green salad
Roasted vegetables

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Europe

Cultural Significance

Strudels are a common dish in Central and Eastern European cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Easter

Occasion Tags

Holiday
Party
Celebration

Popularity Score

60/100

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