Sharing Potted Shrimp
Indulge in the briny goodness of brown shrimps with this delectable buttery shrimp spread. Enhanced with aromatic bay leaf, zesty lemon juice, and a hint of spice, this dish is perfect for spreading on toast or crackers. A simple yet elegant appetizer that can be prepared ahead for your next gathering.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 250g pack unsalted butter
- 1 bay leaf
- 280g cooked and peeled small brown shrimps
- ¼ tsp ground mace
- 2 good pinches cayenne pepper
- juice ½ lemon
Instructions
- Melt the butter with the bay leaf in a pan or in a bowl in the microwave for 1 min. Add the shrimps, mace, a good pinch of cayenne pepper, the lemon juice and some seasoning. Mix everything together well.
- Tip the mixture into a shallow soufflé or gratin dish, or a jar, put the bay leaf on top and sprinkle with a pinch extra cayenne. Chill for at least 2 hrs, or up to 3 days before serving.
Prep Time
PT5M
Yield
Serves 4
Nutrition
- Calories: 529 calories
- Fat Content: 52 grams fat
- Saturated Fat Content: 33 grams saturated fat
- Carbohydrate Content: 1 grams carbohydrates
- Sugar Content: 1 grams sugar
- Protein Content: 14 grams protein
- Sodium Content: 2.1 milligram of sodium
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