Florida Shrimp Pie Comfort (Print)
Juicy shrimp, sweet peppers, green onions, and creamy filling in a tender crust for coastal comfort.
# Ingredients:
→ Crust
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1 pre-made pie crust
→ Seafood Filling
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450 g fresh shrimp, peeled, deveined, chopped
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240 ml heavy cream
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2 large eggs
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150 g diced bell peppers (red and green)
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60 g chopped green onions
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
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1 teaspoon salt
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0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
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15 ml extra-virgin olive oil
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15 ml Worcestershire sauce
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15 ml fresh lemon juice
→ Topping (optional)
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60 g shredded cheddar cheese
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Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
# Steps:
01 -
Preheat the oven to 190°C.
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Warm olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté diced bell peppers and minced garlic for 3–5 minutes until softened. Remove from heat and set aside.
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In a mixing bowl, combine chopped shrimp, sautéed vegetables, green onions, salt, black pepper, Old Bay seasoning, Worcestershire sauce, and lemon juice. Mix thoroughly to distribute ingredients evenly.
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In a separate bowl, whisk heavy cream and eggs until smooth. Gently fold in the shrimp mixture, ensuring an even consistency.
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Place the pre-made pie crust into a baking dish. Pour the combined shrimp filling evenly into the crust.
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If desired, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the filling.
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Transfer pie to the preheated oven. Bake for 30–40 minutes until the filling is set and the crust is golden brown.
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Remove pie from oven and allow to cool for 10–15 minutes before slicing.
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Garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired. Slice and serve warm.
# Notes:
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For optimal flavor and texture, use freshly peeled and deveined shrimp. Allowing the pie to cool slightly after baking ensures clean, intact slices.