Best Potted Shrimp Recipes

SPICED POTTED SHRIMP

Steps:

• Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Let cook, skimming the foam off the top of the butter, until the white milk solids fall to the bottom of the pan. Carefully pour about half the clarified butter into a measuring cup with a spout and set aside. Leave remaining butter and all those milk solids in the skillet.
• Add anchovy, thyme, lemon zest, mace, salt, pepper, cayenne and celery seed to skillet. Stir in shrimp and cook over medium heat until pink, about 3 minutes. Remove pan from heat and stir in garlic.
• Divide shrimp among 8 ramekins, top with the remaining herbed butter from the skillet and chill until set, about 1 hour.
• Pour reserved clarified butter on top and chill until set, about 15 minutes, or up to 5 days (or freeze for up to 1 month). Remove ramekins from the refrigerator at least 20 minutes to 1 hour before serving with lemon wedges, Tabasco and hot toast.

SHARING POTTED SHRIMP

Steps:

• 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.

POTTED SHRIMP

Steps:

• Bring two quarts of water to a rolling boil. Add shrimp, return to the boil and cook briefly, no more than 2 minutes or until shrimp are just cooked through. Remove from heat, drain and run shrimp under cold water to halt the cooking. Set aside to cool. When cool enough to handle, peel shrimp and discard shells.
• Heat two tablespoons of the butter in a pan and saute sliced leek very gently until soft. Place in the bowl of a food processor, add peeled shrimp, dill and remaining butter. Process until well blended. Add half the lemon juice, a little salt and pepper, process again and taste. Add remaining lemon juice and more salt and pepper if necessary.
• Serve immediately, with crisp toast fingers or slices of crusty bread.

PIMENTóN POTTED SHRIMP

Steps:

• Put the oil and garlic in a large skillet over medium heat. When the oil is hot, add the shrimp and sprinkle with the pimentón, cayenne, plenty of salt and some pepper. Stir to combine and cook, shaking the pan once or twice and turning the shrimp once or twice, until they are pink all over and opaque all the way through, about 5 minutes.
• Let the shrimp mixture cool slightly, then transfer it to a food processor and add the butter, lemon zest and lemon juice. Pulse several times, until the shrimp is roughly chopped (not puréed) and everything is well combined. Taste and adjust the seasoning (keep in mind that the colder you serve the spread, the less salty it will taste). Transfer the mixture to a serving bowl or several small ramekins, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until the mixture is firm, about 1 hour. Garnish with parsley and serve.

POTTED SHRIMPS FOR A TRADITIONAL YORKSHIRE SHRIMP TEA

Steps:

• Put the butter and shallots into a pan and leave whilst the butter melts and the shallots softens. It should only take a couple of minutes over a medium heat.
• Add the shrimp, stir in for about 30 seconds then add the rest of the ingredients, except the clarified butter, and keep stirring. It will only take four to five minutes to cook; the mixture mustn't boil at any stage.
• Traditionally the potted shrimp is put into individual portions (ramekins) - so pour the shrimp mixture into 4 individual earthenware or china pots. Allow to cool for a few minutes then place in the fridge to set. Once set, pour hot clarified butter over the top to seal. Allow to cool again.
• Serve with hot buttered toast, brown bread and butter and a pot of English tea.
• Tip: To clarify butter, melt it, skim the foam off the top and carefully pour the butter without the milky residue.

SEA TROUT WITH SAMPHIRE, POTTED SHRIMP & LEMON

Steps:

• Steam the potatoes for 15-20 mins, either using a steamer basket or a simple metal colander over a pan of boiling water, with a lid on top. Put 3 plates in a low oven to warm.
• Slash the fish skin a few times, then season generously and sprinkle with the cayenne. Put a heavy-based frying pan over a medium heat, adding the oil once the pan is hot. Cook the fish, skin-side down, for 6 mins, until the skin is golden and crisp. Avoid the urge to move it about.
• Season the fish on the upper side, then carefully turn the fillets using a fish slice or spatula. Cook for 2 mins more until the fish has changed from dark to pale pink all over, with a little blush remaining in the thickest part. Transfer to a warm plate. Wipe out the pan with kitchen paper.
• Scatter the samphire over the cooked potatoes, return the lid and steam for 2-3 mins until just tender.
• Melt the butter in the frying pan and sizzle the shallot for 1 min. Splash in the wine, boil to reduce by half, then add the shrimps, tarragon and lemon juice to taste. Swirl the pan off the heat to melt the potted shrimp butter and make a buttery sauce, then season to taste. Spoon the veg onto warm plates, drizzle with a little sauce, then top with the fish, the rest of the sauce and the shrimps.

PIMENTO POTTED SHRIMP

Steps:

• 1. Put oil and garlic in a large skillet over medium heat. When the oil is hot, add the shrimp and sprinkle with the pimenton, cayenne, plenty of salt and some pepper. Stir to combine and cook, shaking the pan once or twice and turning the shrimp once or twice, until they are pink all over and opaque all the way through, about 5 minutes 2. Let the shrimp mixture cool slightly, then transfer it to a food processor and add the butter, lemon zest and lemon juice. Pulse several times, until the shrimp is roughly chopped (not puree) and everything is well combined. Taste and adjust the seasoning (keep in mind that the colder you serve the spread, the less salty it will taste). Transfer the mixture to a serving bowl or several small ramekins,cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until the mixture is firm, about 1 hour. Garnish with parsley and serve.

POTTED SHRIMP TART WITH SHAVED RAINBOW BEET SALAD

Steps:

• To make the pastry, tip the flour into a large bowl, add 1/ 2 tsp salt and mix through with the cayenne and mustard powder. Add the butter and use your fingertips to rub it into the flour until the mixture resembles damp sand. Mix through the cheese, then drizzle in 2-3 tbsp cold water. Squash the crumbs together until you have a smooth ball of pastry, tip onto your work surface and knead a few times to incorporate any dry crumbs. Wrap in cling film, pat into a flat disc shape and chill for at least 30 mins. Can be made up to a day before (or make and freeze for up to two months).
• While the pastry chills, put the potatoes in a pan of cold, salted water, bring to the boil and simmer for 10-12 mins or until tender - a knife should easily pierce the potatoes when they are cooked. Drain and set aside until cool enough to handle. Slice the potatoes into 0.5cm discs and set aside to cool completely.
• Remove the pastry from the fridge 10 mins before you're ready to roll it. Heat oven to 180C/160C fan/gas 4, with a baking sheet heating up on the middle shelf. Lightly flour the work surface and roll the pastry until it's large enough to line a deep 23cm fluted tart tin - the pastry should be about the thickness of a £1 coin. Carefully lift the pastry into the tin and press it into the corners, patching up any holes with spare scraps of pastry. Trim the excess with a pair of scissors, but leave about 1cm overhanging. Line the case with baking parchment (it'll be more pliable if you scrunch it up in your hands first) then fill with baking beans. Place on the baking in the oven and bake for 15 mins, then remove the beans and parchment and return to the oven for a further 10 mins or until biscuity. Use a small serrated knife to trim the pastry flush with the tart tin. Reduce the oven temperature to 160C/140C fan/gas 3.
• Mix the eggs, yolk, cream, milk, mustard and nutmeg in a jug with some seasoning. Toss the cooked potatoes, shrimps, herbs and some seasoning in a bowl, then pack into the tart case. Pour in the egg mixture, filling with the last few drops once the tart is back in the oven, to avoid spillages. Scatter with a pinch of cayenne, then bake for 50-55 mins or until just set- give the tart a shake, it should still have a slight wobble in the centre. Leave to cool to room temperature.
• Now make the salad. Wear rubber gloves to peel the beetroot (to stop your hands straining), then slice as thinly as you can, using a mandolin if you have one. Whisk the oil, mustard and vinegar with some seasoning, and drizzle over the beets, then toss together. Serve on top of the cooled tart, or on the side in a big bowl, scattered with cress.

POTTED SHRIMP WITH SPICES

Steps:

• In a heavy saucepan, melt 12 tablespoons butter without boiling and skim off any foam that rises to the surface. Add the garlic and spices and simmer for three minutes over low heat to allow the spices to develop their flavor.
• Remove the garlic and add the shrimp. Cook for two to three minutes, remove from heat and season to taste with salt and lemon juice.
• Put the shrimp into eight individual pots, saving the shrimp butter. Melt the remaining butter, skimming off any impurities, and pour it, along with the shrimp cooking butter, over the shrimp so that they are completely covered.
• Refrigerate overnight. This will keep three to four weeks refrigerated and can be frozen. Eat with slices of thin toast.

POTTED SHRIMP BY VINCENT PRICE

Steps:

• Melt butter and add spices. Mix with shrimp, making sure shrimp is covered by butter mixture, adding more melted butter if needed. Place in a small bowl or crock and chill at least 2 hours in the refrigerator. Take out of fridge 20 minutes before serving to allow it to soften a little. Will keep several days or longer - potting is a centuries-old method of food preservation. Spread on water crackers, use in omelets, etc.
• This is the traditional potted shrimp. *The mace is traditional, but can be skipped, if desired. Other spices and herbs (choppped parsley is good)can be added, just be sure all is covered with melted butter.

POTTED SHRIMP SPREAD

Steps:

• In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of the butter over medium heat; add the scallions and bay leaf, and stir until soft.
• Add the shrimp and salt and pepper to taste; stir until the shrimp are pink, about 3 minutes.
• Add the sherry, increase the heat, and boil until almost all the liquid is evaporated.
• Discard the bay leaf, transfer the shrimp to a cutting board and finely dice.
• In a bowl, combine the remaining 5 tablespoons butter and the cream cheese and stir until well blended and smooth.
• Add the shrimp, scallion mixture, lemon juice, and chives and stir until well blended.
• Scrape the spread into a 1 1/2 cup crock and chill for at least 2 hours before serving with crackers or toast points.

POTTED SHRIMP

Steps:

• 1. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat 1 tablespoon butter. Add the shallots and garlic. Cook, stirring often, for 3 minutes, or until tender. 2. Add shrimp and sprinkle with salt. Cook, tossing the shrimp, for 2 minutes. Add sherry, and cook for 1 minute or until the shrimp are cooked through and sherry has reduced to a Potted shrimp is a British dish once used for preservation. Butter was ladled over cooked shrimp, sealing the crock, and protecting the seafood in much the same way as a French confit protects cooked duck. This version uses less butter and a little cream cheese and can be made a day in advance. Remove the dish from the refrigerator about 1 hour before serving. 4 tablespoons butter, at room temperature 2 shallots, thinly sliced 1 clove garlic, crushed ½ pound (about 15 large) shrimp, peeled and deveined Salt, to taste 2 tablespoons sherry ⅓ cup cream cheese, at room temperature 2 scallions, chopped Grated rind and juice of ½ lemon Pinch of cayenne pepper 1. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat 1 tablespoon butter. Add the shallots and garlic. Cook, stirring often, for 3 minutes, or until tender. 2. Add shrimp and sprinkle with salt. Cook, tossing the shrimp, for 2 minutes. Add sherry, and cook for 1 minute or until the shrimp are cooked through and sherry has reduced to a syrup. Set aside to cool completely. 3. In a food processor, blend the remaining 3 tablespoons butter with the cream cheese. Scrape down the sides of the work bowl. Add scallions, lemon rind and juice, cayenne pepper, and shrimp mixture. Pulse quickly until just combined. Do not work the mixture into a puree. It should be chunky. Taste for seasoning, and add more salt and cayenne, if you like. 4. Transfer to a bowl and press a piece of plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the mixture. Cover with more plastic wrap. Refrigerate overnight. Serve with toast or crackers.

POTTED SHRIMP RECIPE - (4.3/5)

Steps:

• Put all ingredients but shrimp and chives into pot and heat but DO NOT BOIL or will separate. Add shrimp just before serving. Serve over toasted French bread rounds; garnish with chives.

POTTED SHRIMP

Steps:

• 1. Melt all but 2 tablespoons of the butter in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat without boiling, about 4 minutes, and skim off any foam that rises to the surface. Remove from the heat and set aside.
• 2. Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat in a medium skillet. Cook the garlic, stirring, until fragrant, 1 minute. Add the shrimp and cook, stirring frequently, until starting to turn pink, about 2 minutes. Pour in the wine and cook, stirring, until the liquid is nearly completely evaporated, about 3 minutes. Pour in the lemon juice and cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the salt and clarified butter and remove from the heat.
• 3. Spoon the shrimp into a small baking dish. Stir in the parsley and pour the melted butter from the skillet over the shrimp just to cover. Reserve any remaining butter in the refrigerator. Chill the shrimp until the butter is solid, 2 hours.
• 4. Pulse the shrimp mixture in a food processor until pureed. Return the mixture to the baking dish. Warm the refrigerated reserved butter in the microwave just until liquefied, about 10 seconds. Pour over the shrimp to cover and refrigerate 3 hours or overnight.
• 5. Remove the dish from the refrigerator 1 hour before serving. Spread on crackers or toasted baguette slices and garnish with additional parsley.