Description
A delightful grilled cheese sandwich with a spicy kick, featuring succulent shrimp and melted cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 slices of thick-cut bread (like brioche or sourdough)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 4 ounces cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 ounces shredded cheese (a mix of cheddar and Monterey Jack)
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine the cooked shrimp, shredded cheese, mayonnaise, garlic powder, paprika, and red pepper flakes. Mix well until everything is evenly coated.
- Butter one side of each slice of bread.
- Place one slice, butter-side down, in a non-stick pan over medium heat.
- Evenly spread the shrimp and cheese mixture on top of the bread in the pan.
- Place the second slice of bread on top, butter-side up.
- Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted and gooey.
- Remove the sandwich from the pan, slice it in half, and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve immediately.
Notes
For an extra kick, add more red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce. Use your favorite type of cheese or mix different kinds for a unique flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 240mg
Keywords: shrimp, grilled cheese, sandwich, spicy food, quick meal