Shrimps In A Pumpkin
This recipe is a delightful fusion of flavors and textures, bringing together succulent shrimp, creamy double cream, and fresh vegetables to create a rich and satisfying dish that is as visually stunning as it is delicious. The shrimp are cooked to perfection with garlic, onion, and tomatoes, then combined with a luscious cream cheese mixture and served inside a tender roasted pumpkin. A sprinkle of parsley adds a touch of freshness to this hearty meal, making it a delightful choice for a special dinner or gathering.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 1000 grams of medium size shrimp
- Olive oil
- 2 cloves of garlic
- 1 onion
- 5 tomatoes
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 can of double cream
- 300 grams of cream cheese
- A large pumpkin
- Parsley to taste
Instructions
- Take the pumpkin, remove its top and seeds, wash it and wrap it in foil. Put it inside the over for 45 minutes.
- Meanwhile, on a pan, heat the olive oil and stir-fry the garlic, onion and the shrimp for 5 to 10 minutes. Then add the chopped tomatoes, salt and pepper to taste â you can put 3 spoons of mustard if you want to give it a distinctive taste. Fry all the mix for another 5 to 10 minutes and add the double cream. Turn off the pan.
- After the pumpkin is ready, remove it from the oven, spread the cream cheese within it, and then pour the shrimp mix inside. Parsley goes on top for decoration and flavor. Serve it on the table, for people to help themselves right there in the pumpkin.
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Yield
Serves 6
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