SHRIMP MOUSSE (MOUSSE DE CREVETTES)

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Shrimp mousse (Mousse de Crevettes) image

Provided by Craig Claiborne

Categories     dinner, dips and spreads

Time 10m

Yield About 1 1/4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 egg
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/8 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1/2 cup heavy cream

Steps:

  • Put the shrimp and egg into the container of a food processor. Add salt, pepper, cayenne and nutmeg. Blend to a fine puree.
  • With the motor on, gradually add the cream. Test the seasonings by dropping a teaspoon of the mousse mixture into a little boiling salted water. Cook until it is slightly firm. Drain and taste. If desired, add more seasonings.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 160, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 2 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 10 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Sodium 348 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams

Kazibwe Julius
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I highly recommend this recipe.


Sagar Dulal
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This mousse is a must-try for any seafood lover.


Seya Seya
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I can't wait to make this mousse again. It's so good!


Asakib Raj
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This mousse is perfect for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious.


Jessica Jessica
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I served the mousse with a dollop of caviar, and it was absolutely divine.


Sandip Bishokarma
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I added a pinch of cayenne pepper to the mousse, and it gave it a nice little kick.


Alice Kariuki
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I used a food processor to make the mousse, and it worked perfectly. The mousse was smooth and lump-free.


True Infinity
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I substituted heavy cream for the milk, and it made the mousse even richer and creamier.


Sawera Ajmal
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This was my first time making shrimp mousse, and it turned out great! The mousse was light and airy, and the shrimp flavor was delicate but noticeable.


Edi Cutie
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I've made this mousse several times now, and it always turns out perfect. It's so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Emmanuel Udezu
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This shrimp mousse was a hit at my dinner party! It was light and fluffy, with a delicate shrimp flavor. My guests loved it.