Shrimp Butter

Gluten Free
Shrimp Butter
45 min.
6
344kcal

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Indulge in the rich and luxurious flavors of Shrimp Butter, a delightful dish that will elevate any meal while being gluten-free! This exquisite butter spread is perfect for seafood lovers, boasting a delightful combination of caramelized onions, fragrant thyme, and savory garlic, all blended together with succulent shell-on shrimp. It's not just a sauce; it's a culinary experience that encapsulates the essence of the sea.

Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe serves six and is ideal for both lunch and dinner, making it a versatile addition to your repertoire. With a calorie count of 344 kcal per serving, you can enjoy this burst of umami without any guilt. The process of slowly cooking the shrimp until golden and then puréeing them into a creamy, decadent butter is a chef-like technique that is surprisingly simple yet incredibly rewarding.

Perfect as a main dish or as a unique spread, this Shrimp Butter can be served over pasta, grilled vegetables, or even spread onto crusty gluten-free bread. Let your creativity shine as you showcase this sophisticated yet approachable dish that will impress your family and guests alike. Dive into the delightful world of Shrimp Butter today, and bring a taste of the ocean to your table!

Ingredients

  • sticks butter softened
  • sprig thyme sprigs fresh
  •  garlic clove minced
  • servings pepper black freshly ground
  •  onion chopped
  • pound shrimp 

Equipment

  • food processor
  • frying pan
  • sieve

Directions

  1. In a 12" skillet, caramelize onion, garlic cloves, and thyme in unsalted butter. Toss in shrimp; cook slowly until golden.
  2. Transfer to a food processor and purée until smooth; with processor running, add softened butter, 1 Tbsp. at a time. Force through a fine-mesh strainer. Season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. For a super-fine texture, strain again.

Nutrition Facts

Calories344kcal
Protein18.03%
Fat79.49%
Carbs2.48%

Properties

Glycemic Index
30.67
Glycemic Load
0.5
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
4.6734782062147%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.08mg
Isorhamnetin
0.92mg
Kaempferol
0.12mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
3.74mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:343.57kcal
17.18%
Fat:30.96g
47.63%
Saturated Fat:19.45g
121.55%
Carbohydrates:2.17g
0.72%
Net Carbohydrates:1.79g
0.65%
Sugar:0.81g
0.9%
Cholesterol:202.7mg
67.57%
Sodium:333.1mg
14.48%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:15.8g
31.6%
Vitamin A:950.21IU
19%
Phosphorus:178mg
17.8%
Copper:0.31mg
15.4%
Magnesium:29.73mg
7.43%
Zinc:1.09mg
7.29%
Potassium:241.74mg
6.91%
Calcium:64.57mg
6.46%
Vitamin E:0.88mg
5.86%
Manganese:0.08mg
4.05%
Iron:0.49mg
2.75%
Vitamin K:2.89µg
2.75%
Vitamin C:1.94mg
2.35%
Vitamin B6:0.04mg
1.82%
Fiber:0.38g
1.53%
Folate:4.74µg
1.18%
Vitamin B2:0.02mg
1.17%
Vitamin B12:0.06µg
1.07%
Source:Epicurious