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Tasty Apprentice
Delight in the creamy and savory flavors of Ebi Gratin, a comforting Japanese shrimp dish baked to perfection with a cheesy topping.
**Ingredients**:
- 12 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated cheese (such as Gruyère or cheddar)
- 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
**Instructions**:
1. **Prepare the Shrimp**:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season the shrimp with salt and pepper.
2. **Make the Béchamel Sauce**:
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the flour and whisk continuously to form a roux. Cook for 1-2 minutes until slightly golden.
- Gradually add the milk while whisking to prevent lumps. Cook until the sauce thickens.
- Stir in the heavy cream and grated cheese. Continue to cook until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
3. **Assemble the Gratin**:
- Arrange the shrimp in a single layer in a baking dish.
- Pour the béchamel sauce over the shrimp, ensuring they are well coated.
4. **Add the Topping**:
- In a small bowl, mix the panko breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese.
- Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the shrimp and sauce.
5. **Bake the Gratin**:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the shrimp are cooked through.
6. **Garnish and Serve**:
- Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
- Serve the Ebi Gratin hot.
Enjoy the creamy, cheesy, and delicious Ebi Gratin as a comforting and flavorful dish!
**Ingredients**:- 12 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated cheese (such as Gruyère or cheddar)
- 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
**Instructions**:1. **Prepare the Shrimp**:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season the shrimp with salt and pepper.
2. **Make the Béchamel Sauce**:
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the flour and whisk continuously to form a roux. Cook for 1-2 minutes until slightly golden.
- Gradually add the milk while whisking to prevent lumps. Cook until the sauce thickens.
- Stir in the heavy cream and grated cheese. Continue to cook until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
3. **Assemble the Gratin**:
- Arrange the shrimp in a single layer in a baking dish.
- Pour the béchamel sauce over the shrimp, ensuring they are well coated.
4. **Add the Topping**:
- In a small bowl, mix the panko breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese.
- Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the shrimp and sauce.
5. **Bake the Gratin**:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the shrimp are cooked through.
6. **Garnish and Serve**:
- Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
- Serve the Ebi Gratin hot.
Enjoy the creamy, cheesy, and delicious Ebi Gratin as a comforting and flavorful dish!
Can't wait to try this cheesy shrimp goodness. Thanks for the awesome recipe suggestion! 
The creamy texture and cheesy topping are making my mouth water just thinking about it. Can’t wait to try this out!
