Description
This golden, tender shrimp pie features a custard-quiche filling with garlic, Old Bay, and cheddar cheese, all baked into a pre-baked deep-dish crust. Perfect for weeknight dinners or elevated meals, this American-style recipe blends sautéed shrimp and veggies with a creamy, savory egg mixture for a comforting baked dish.
Ingredients
Deep-dish 9-inch pie crust, pre-baked
Olive oil, 1 tbsp
Small onion, 1
Red bell pepper, 1
Garlic, 1 clove, minced
Old Bay seasoning, 1 tsp
Paprika, ½ tsp
Cayenne pepper, ¼ tsp
Salt to taste, ½ tsp
Black pepper to taste, ¼ tsp
Shrimp, 1 lb (454 g), peeled and deveined
Eggs, 4 large
Heavy cream (or milk), 1 cup
Lemon juice, 2 tbsp
Cheddar cheese, 1 cup, shredded
Fresh parsley, 2 tbsp, chopped
Instructions
Heat oil in a skillet. Sauté onion and bell pepper until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic, Old Bay seasoning, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper; cook for 1 minute.
Add shrimp and cook 2-3 minutes until pink. Cool slightly before mixing.
Whisk eggs, cream, lemon juice, cheddar cheese, and parsley in a bowl.
Spoon sautéed shrimp and vegetable mixture into the pre-baked crust. Pour egg mixture over it, ensuring even coverage.
Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 30-35 minutes until golden. Let the pie rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
Notes
Pre-bake the crust for 10 minutes to prevent sogginess.
Toss shrimp with spices before sautéing to enhance flavor absorption.
Use room-temperature eggs for a smoother custard mixture.
Let the pie sit post-bake to set the custard layer.
Brush a thin layer of egg mixture over the filling before baking for a golden top.
Substitute leek for onion or avocado oil for high-heat cooking.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 35
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sodium: 330
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 110mg