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Charleston’s Shrimp Cargot

Savory Charleston’s Shrimp Cargot with Creamy Havarti Delight

This Charleston’s Shrimp Cargot combines succulent shrimp and creamy Havarti cheese for a delightful seafood experience.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp Mixture
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Use salted butter for extra flavor.
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic Substitute with garlic powder if fresh is not on hand.
  • 1 pound Jumbo Shrimp Fresh is ideal, but frozen can work in a pinch.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Fresh juice is best for optimal taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Adjust according to your spice preference.
For the Cheese Layer
  • 1 cup Creamy Havarti Cheese Swap with Gruyère or mozzarella for different flavors.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Baking dish

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Charleston’s Shrimp Cargot
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium heat.
  3. Add 2 cloves of minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until aromatic.
  4. Add 1 pound of jumbo shrimp to the skillet and cook until they turn pink, about 3-5 minutes.
  5. Stir in 1 tablespoon of lemon juice and 1 teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes.
  6. Pour the shrimp mixture into a baking dish, spreading it evenly.
  7. Evenly sprinkle the creamy Havarti cheese over the shrimp mixture.
  8. Bake for about 5-7 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  9. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 22gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 210mgSodium: 650mgPotassium: 330mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, serve alongside a crisp green salad or some garlic bread.

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