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Poached shrimp in butter in a white bowl

British Potted Shrimps

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A classic British dish of shrimps (shrimp) poached in seasoned butter and served in pots/bowls.
Course Appetizers
Cuisine British
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 207
Author Janette

Ingredients

  • 8 tablespoons salted butter
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • A small pinch of ground ginger
  • A small pinch of paprika
  • Ground black pepper
  • 1 pound (453 grams) shrimp, cut into bite-size pieces

Instructions

  • To a frying pan add the butter over medium heat. When melted add the nutmeg, ginger, paprika and black pepper (to taste). Mix well.
  • Add the shrimp and stir to mix well in the butter. Adjust the heat so the butter doesn’t brown. Cook the shrimp just until they turn pink. There is no added salt because of the salted butter. You can taste them and add salt if needed.
  • Use a slotted spoon to transfer the shrimp to 4 small ramekins/bowls. Pour the butter over them.
  • You can serve them warm in the melted butter, or refrigerate until the butter sets. Allow to cool to room temperature before refrigerating. They will keep for up 2 days refrigerated.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 207kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 183mg