Champagne Shrimp Recipe
🍤 Name: Champagne Shrimp
⏱️ Cook Time: 30 minutes
🔪 Prep Time: 30 minutes
⏳ Total Time: 1 hour
📝 Description: Indulge in the luxurious flavors of this champagne shrimp recipe, perfect for a special occasion or a gourmet dinner at home.
🍽️ Recipe Category: Broil/Grill
🔍 Keywords: < 60 Mins, Oven, Stove Top
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 | Shallots |
| 1/2 | White wine vinegar |
| 2 | Whole black peppercorns |
| 1/4 | Butter |
| 1 | Olive oil |
| 1 | Shallot (additional) |
| 1/4 | Cup fresh chives |
| 3 | Fresh tarragon |
| – | Fresh parsley (to taste) |
| 24 | Large shrimp |
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 486.1
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20.8g
- Cholesterol: 124.2mg
- Sodium: 276.3mg
- Carbohydrates: 6.6g
- Fiber: 0.1g
- Sugar: 1.2g
- Protein: 5.7g
Instructions:
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Prepare the Sauce:
- In a saucepan, combine champagne, shallots, white wine vinegar, and whole black peppercorns.
- Boil the mixture until it’s reduced to 1/4 cup, approximately 20 minutes.
- Set the sauce aside to cool.
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Marinate the Shrimp:
- In a plastic bag, mix champagne, olive oil, additional shallots, and pepper.
- Add the shrimp to the bag, seal it, and allow it to marinate for 30-60 minutes.
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Broil the Shrimp:
- Preheat your oven to broil.
- Remove the shrimp from the marinade and discard the excess.
- Place the shrimp on a broiler pan that’s been sprayed with non-stick spray.
- Broil the shrimp for 2 minutes on each side until they’re cooked through and golden brown.
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Prepare the Sauce (continued):
- Reheat the sauce over medium heat.
- Gradually add butter, whisking until melted before adding more.
- Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
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Serve:
- Arrange 4 shrimp on each plate.
- Spoon the warm sauce around the shrimp.
- Sprinkle each plate with fresh herbs, such as chives, tarragon, and parsley, for a burst of flavor.
Enjoy the elegant flavors of champagne-infused shrimp, complemented by a rich and savory sauce, making every bite a delightful experience worth savoring. Perfect for impressing guests or simply treating yourself to a gourmet indulgence at home!
