An easy and delish Shrimp Gratin that can be prepared in less than 30 minutes. It makes a perfect gluten-free main dish for Easter or any time of the year just liek our broccoli gratin and corn gratin!
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Easter celebrations will be coming up very soon. Of course, I had to share with you this easy and delish 5-minute broiled Shrimp Gratin to brighten your table. It is comforting, flavorful, and can be prepared quickly, leaving us free to put all the other courses together.
Shrimp Gratin Recipe
Our Shrimp Gratin is made with simple ingredients such as shrimp marinated in lime juice, fresh oregano, seasonings, onion and garlic cooked in olive oil and layered in a baking dish.
But the crowning glory of the dish is a mixture of Cacique Crema Mexicana (Grade A Table Cream) and Cacique Manchego Cheese (a great semi-soft melting cheese made with cow's milk with aroma similar to a sharp cheddar), which is topped over the shrimp.
Our shrimp gratin is then broiled in the oven for about 5 minutes or until cheese is golden. Can I hear you say 'Yummmmm'?!
How to make shrimp gratin
- To make this shrimp au gratin, preheat the conventional broiler. Make sure to position the broiler rack approximately 8 inches from the source of heat. Grease a medium baking dish with 1 teaspoon of olive oil and set aside.
- Toss the shrimp, lime juice, and leaves of 1 sprig of fresh oregano in a large bowl. Let stand for about 10 minutes. Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat in a large skillet. Add the chopped onion and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 4 minutes or until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute, stirring occasionally. Do not let brown!
- Spread cooked onion and garlic in a medium baking dish. Drain the shrimp and arrange on top of the cooked onion/garlic mixture. Season with salt and pepper.
- Mix cream and half of the shredded cheese in a bowl. Pour cream/cheese mixture over the shrimp. Then, distribute the other half of the cheese on top. Broil for about 5 minutes, or until cheese is golden brown.
- Sprinkle leaves of the remaining sprig of oregano on top, and red pepper flakes if desired. Serve shrimp gratin right away and enjoy!
About the Crema and Cheese
Cacique has been maintaining its tradition of Mexican-style products for over 40 years, using only the finest ingredients in authentic recipes. And yes, it has remained a family-owned company dedicated to producing the highest quality, authentic products.
This yummy Shrimp Gratin is proudly prepared with two Cacique products, making a perfect gluten-free dish for any who choose to refrain from eating red meat during this Lent period... as well as a great weeknight meal for all the whole year round.
This shrimp gratin is inspired by a Brazilian super-fave of mine: Camarão aos 4 Queijos (Four Cheese Shrimp Gratin). 😉 Rice, shoestring potatoes, pasta, mashed potatoes, or steamed or roasted vegetables are just a few sides that can be served along with this amazing gratin.
And yep, yep, yep... The whole cooking process only takes about 5 minutes. That is music to my ears... and I bet to yours, too!
Free time and energy are what we all need to prepare the other courses, do the egg-hunting, and catch a breath or two! Hehe!!!
For more info about these and other Cacique products, a store locator... and of course, amazing recipe ideas, click HERE. It is Easter celebrations made easy!
I hope you enjoy our Shrimp Gratin!
Storage
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Do not freeze!
Other shrimp recipes
- Blackened shrimp
- Shrimp a la diabla
- Garlic butter shrimp
- Creamy shrimp Scampi
- Shrimp in coconut sauce
HAPPY EASTER!!!
Shrimp Gratin
Equipment
- bowl
- Baking dish
- pan
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1½ pounds extra-large shrimp (peeled, deveined, tail-off), thawed and patted dry 680g
- Juice of 1 large lime
- 2 sprigs of fresh oregano
- 1 small white or yellow onion small diced
- 2 garlic cloves minced (optional)
- ½ tablespoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- ¾ cup Cacique Crema Mexicana Grade A Table Cream (or sour cream)
- 2 10-ounce Cacique Manchego Cheese, shredded or any other melting cheese
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
Instructions
- Preheat the conventional broiler. Make sure to position the broiler rack approximately 8 inches from the source of heat. Grease a medium baking dish with 1 teaspoon of olive oil and set aside.
- Toss the shrimp, lime juice, and leaves of 1 sprig of fresh oregano in a large bowl. Let stand for about 10 minutes. Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat in a large skillet. Add the chopped onion and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 4 minutes or until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute, stirring occasionally. Do not let brown!
- Spread cooked onion and garlic in a medium baking dish. Drain the shrimp and arrange on top of the cooked onion/garlic mixture. Season with salt and pepper. Mix cream and half of the shredded cheese in a bowl.
- Pour cream/cheese mixture over the shrimp. Then, distribute the other half of the cheese on top. Broil for about 5 minutes, or until cheese is golden brown. Sprinkle leaves of the remaining sprig of oregano on top, and red pepper flakes if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Recipe Notes
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Deb|EastofEdenCooking says
Shrimp is a personal favorite! I'm on my way to click the link to see this scrumptious recipe!
Anna @ shenANNAgans says
I love that the whole dish only takes minutes to cook, especially perfect after a long day when you are starving for a good hearty meal. Headed to the markets shortly, will see if I can find me some prawns to make this gorgeous meal for dinner. Thanks lovely, you really do have some of the best ideas. 🙂
Mi Vida en un Dulce says
And so easy to make, the perfect recipe for this Sunday.
Kelsie | the itsy-bitsy kitchen says
OMG YUM! This looks awesome! And you know I love a quick meal! Have a great week Denise!
Raymund says
Wow this is my kind of dish! looks so irresistable
John/Kitchen Riffs says
Love a good gratin! Such a nice, easy dinner. Never made one with shrimp, though -- gotta try this! Thanks so much.
Gerlinde @ Sunnycovechef says
I love everything shrimp and your gratin looks delicious.
Juliana says
Wow Denise...I love everything in this gratin...and I can only imagine how tasty this shrimp dish must be...and so gooey cheesy...the way I like it!
Thanks for the recipe and I hope you are enjoying your week 🙂
GiGi Eats says
Girl, you had me at QUICK & EASY and then.... I read SHRIMP and...... Dead! 😉
Denise Browning says
Welcome to Easy and Delish, Gigi!
I am glad you liked our latest recipe. It is a family fave... and yep, it's quite simple to make and delish, delish!!!
Have an awesome weekend!
Little Cooking Tips says
Beautiful recipe Denise! We'll try this out using substitutes (as the brand isn't available in Greece), but we LOVED what you did here:) M-m-mm! Super yummy AND super easy to make!
Sending you lots (and lots) of hugs sweetie!
xoxoxo
Denise Browning says
Thank you for stopping by. Since this dairy brand is not available in Greece, you can sub for any melting cheese -- especially Manchego cheese from Spain.My little ate and ate this gratin. I hope you enjoy it too. xoxo
Florentina says
Really delicious, I love shrimps and this kind of food, thanks for sharing this amazing recipe.
Wish you a gorgeous day!
Greetings,
Flo
Lana says
Quick, delicious and so cheesy. Made for a Sunday lunch and ate with tortillas.
Cara says
This sounds so good but we use raw shrimp right? When and how does the shrimp cook? Does 5 mins under broiler heat and cook the milk and shrimp that fast?
Denise Browning says
Yes, raw shirmp that has been thawed. Yes, it cooks in 5 minutes.