Description
Creamy Shrimp Newburg is a decadent seafood dish featuring tender shrimp cooked in a rich, brandy-infused cream sauce, with a hint of tangy Dijon mustard and fresh lemon juice. Serve this elegant dish over toasted bread or rice for a luxurious meal.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons brandy (or sherry)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 large egg yolks
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Optional:
- Fresh parsley or chives for garnish
- Toasted bread or cooked rice, for serving
Instructions
- Cook the Shrimp: In a large skillet, melt butter with olive oil over medium heat. Add shrimp and cook until pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes. Remove shrimp from skillet and set aside.
- Prepare the Sauce: Deglaze the skillet with brandy, then reduce heat. Slowly whisk in heavy cream, egg yolks, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice. Cook until thickened, stirring constantly.
- Combine and Serve: Return cooked shrimp to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and gently toss to coat. Serve hot over toasted bread or cooked rice, garnished with parsley or chives if desired.
Notes
- This dish is best served immediately to enjoy the creamy texture of the sauce.
- Feel free to customize the recipe by adding your favorite herbs or spices for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 325 mg