Description
Florida Shrimp Pie is a flavorful Southern American seafood quiche that combines tender shrimp, sharp cheddar, and savory spices baked in a flaky pie crust. This rich and creamy main course is perfect for a comforting dinner, featuring a blend of sautéed vegetables, aromatic Old Bay seasoning, and cheeses that enhance the coastal flavors of Florida.
Ingredients
Scale
Pie Base
- 1 prepared 9-inch pie crust
- 1 tablespoon butter
Shrimp Mixture
- 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled, deveined, and chopped
- 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
- 1/2 cup finely chopped green bell pepper
- 1 clove garlic, minced
Filling
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup half-and-half
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F to prepare for baking the pie.
- Prepare pie crust: Fit the prepared 9-inch pie crust into a pie dish and crimp the edges for a decorative finish.
- Sauté vegetables and shrimp: In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and sauté onion and green bell pepper for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds. Stir in chopped shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes until pink, then remove from heat.
- Mix filling: In a bowl, whisk together eggs, half-and-half, mayonnaise, lemon juice, Old Bay seasoning, paprika, salt, and black pepper until smooth. Stir in shredded cheddar, grated Parmesan, chopped parsley, and the cooked shrimp mixture until thoroughly combined.
- Assemble pie: Pour the filling evenly into the prepared pie crust, spreading it out smoothly.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is lightly golden brown.
- Rest and serve: Allow the pie to rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving to set the filling properly and enhance flavors.
Notes
- For enhanced Florida flavor, add 1/4 cup chopped pimentos or some diced fresh tomato to the filling.
- This pie pairs wonderfully with a light citrus salad for a balanced meal.
- You can substitute crab meat for part of the shrimp if desired for a variation in seafood taste.
