Garlic Shrimp Gratin Recipe: Quick Dinner Idea
Make this easy Garlic Shrimp Gratin Recipe with roasted garlic, juicy shrimp, white wine, and a crunchy breadcrumb topping. It’s a simple, satisfying main dish or appetizer ready in just 35 minutes.
- Prep time
- 15 min
- Cook time
- 20 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 1 lb extra-large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter, divided
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, roasted and mashed into a paste
- 2 slices prosciutto, finely chopped (optional but recommended)
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp cognac
- 1 tsp dried tarragon
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- ½ cup dry white wine
- ½ cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2
Using paper towels, pat the shrimp dry before adding a dash of salt and pepper.
- 3
Heat 2 tablespoons of butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- 4
Cook the chopped onion for three to four minutes, or until it becomes transparent.
- 5
Stir in the garlic paste and prosciutto, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
- 6
Pour in the cognac, lemon juice, and white wine, scraping up any bits stuck to the pan.
- 7
Add tarragon, and let the mixture simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly reduced.
- 8
Stir the shrimp into the sauce until evenly coated.
- 9
Transfer the shrimp mixture to an oven-safe baking dish. In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese with the remaining tablespoon of melted butter.
- 10
Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the shrimp.
- 11
Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until golden and crispy on top.
- 12
Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve immediately.