Description
Florida Shrimp Pie is a delicious seafood dish that captures the essence of coastal cuisine. This creamy pie features succulent Gulf shrimp enveloped in a rich filling, all nestled in a flaky, golden crust. With hints of zesty lemon and savory spices, it provides a delightful balance of flavors that’s perfect for family gatherings or intimate dinner parties. Easy to prepare and versatile enough to serve as either a main course or a side dish, this shrimp pie is sure to impress your guests while delivering the comforting warmth of homemade goodness.
Ingredients
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- 1 pre-made pie crust
- 1 pound large Florida shrimp, peeled and chopped
- 2 tablespoons butter
- ½ cup onion, finely chopped
- ½ cup celery, finely chopped
- ½ cup red bell pepper, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup whole milk
- ½ cup shredded white cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Roll out the pie crust into a 9-inch pie pan and crimp the edges. Prick the bottom with a fork and brush with egg wash. Pre-bake for about 10 minutes.
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat; sauté onions, celery, and bell peppers for about 4 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic and spices; cook for an additional minute.
- Add shrimp and cook until pink (about 2-3 minutes). Remove from heat.
- In the same skillet, whisk in flour; gradually add cream and milk until thickened.
- Stir in cheeses and then mix with shrimp mixture.
- Pour filling into the pre-baked crust; sprinkle with panko breadcrumbs mixed with melted butter.
- Bake for approximately 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Coastal
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (135g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: <0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 135mg