Quick Shrimp Grilled Cheese (Print Version)

Garlic butter shrimp with melted mozzarella and cheddar cheese on golden toasted sourdough.

# What You'll Need:

→ Shrimp

01 - 7 oz raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
02 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
05 - Pinch of salt and black pepper

→ Sandwich

06 - 4 slices sourdough bread
07 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened for spreading
08 - 3.5 oz mozzarella cheese, shredded
09 - 3.5 oz sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
10 - 1 tablespoon mayonnaise (optional, for extra crispiness)

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Melt 1 tablespoon unsalted butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Incorporate shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook 2 to 3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Stir in chopped parsley, then remove from heat and set aside.
02 - Spread softened butter on one side of each bread slice. Place two slices buttered-side down on a clean surface. Layer half the mozzarella and cheddar cheeses evenly, then distribute the garlic butter shrimp over the cheese. Top with the remaining cheeses and cover with the other bread slices, buttered side up.
03 - Preheat a large non-stick skillet or griddle over medium-low heat. Optionally spread a thin layer of mayonnaise on the outer sides of the bread for added crispiness. Place the sandwiches onto the skillet and cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side, pressing gently, until the bread is golden brown and cheeses are fully melted.
04 - Remove sandwiches from skillet and allow to rest for 1 minute. Slice in half and serve immediately.

# Top Tips:

01 -
  • The combination of garlicky sweet shrimp and sharp melted cheese creates this incredibly luxurious flavor that somehow still feels like comfort food
  • It comes together in under 30 minutes but tastes like something from a fancy bistro
02 -
  • Dry your shrimp thoroughly with paper towels before cooking or theyll steam instead of sear
  • Medium low heat is crucial for grilled cheese high heat burns the bread before the cheese melts
03 -
  • Spread mayonnaise on the outside of the bread instead of butter for a restaurant quality crisp
  • Weigh down the sandwich with a heavy pan or foil wrapped brick for evenly melty cheese
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