Shrimp and Crab Au Gratin
The ultimate comfort food, Shrimp and Crab Au Gratin combines rich, creamy sauce with tender shrimp and crab. This easy weeknight dinner will satisfy your seafood cravings and impress your guests. Make it tonight for a memorable meal!
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Baking Sheet
- Wooden Spoon
- Frying Pan
- Oven
- Cutting Board
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons Butter
- 1/2 cup Finely diced celery
- 1/2 cup Finely diced white onion
- 4 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Finely ground black pepper
- 5 ounces American cheese, cubed
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 2 cups Milk
- 1/2 teaspoon Tabasco sauce
- 1/4 pound Cooked crab meat
- 1/2 pound Cooked shrimp
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 3 cups Cooked rice to serve
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Melt the butter in a medium-sized saucepan over medium-low heat.
- Add the celery and onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are translucent.
- Add the flour, stir to incorporate, and cook for about 2 minutes or until fragrant.
- Add the milk and stir constantly until thickened.
- Add the cubed American cheese and stir until melted.
- Then add the crab and shrimp.
- Pour the mixture into a greased 1 1/2–quart casserole dish and top with shredded cheese.
- Bake for 20 minutes and serve over hot cooked rice.
Notes
- Storage: Store leftover Shrimp and Crab Au Gratin in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
- Freezing: It's best not to freeze seafood dishes like this one, as the texture may become grainy upon reheating.
- Reheating: When reheating, do so gently in the oven or microwave, adding a splash of milk if necessary to restore creaminess.
- Pairing: Serve your Shrimp and Crab Au Gratin with crusty bread or a light salad for a complete meal.
- Variations: Feel free to add sautéed vegetables such as spinach or bell peppers for extra flavor and nutrition.