Potted Shrimps Recipe

Dive into a taste of Lancashire with this timeless Potted Shrimps recipe! This make-ahead seafood delight is perfect for a quick lunch, elegant appetizer, or unexpected guests. Creamy, spicy shrimp nestled in individual ramekins, topped with flavorful butter—it's a culinary gem that keeps for days. Serve with a crisp salad and crusty bread for a complete and satisfying meal.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 285.4 kcal
Protein 31g
Rating 4.3 (3 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Potted Shrimps

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How to Make Potted Shrimps

  1. Melt 50g of unsalted butter in a small saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Stir in 1 tsp paprika, 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to your spice preference), and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
  3. Add 225g cooked, peeled, and deveined shrimp to the saucepan. Gently heat through, ensuring all shrimp are coated in the spiced butter. Take care not to overcook—the shrimp should be heated through but still tender.
  4. Prepare 4-6 small ramekins.
  5. Ladle the shrimp mixture evenly into the ramekins, pressing down firmly to compact the shrimp.
  6. Use all of the remaining spiced butter to generously top off the potted shrimps in each ramekin.
  7. Let the potted shrimps cool completely to room temperature before serving.
  8. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Will keep for several days in the refrigerator. Serve with crusty bread and a simple green salad.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

35 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

73g

Carbs

0g

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