How to Make Shrimp de Jonghe - A Step-by-Step Guide

Shrimp de Jonghe is a classic dish that originated in Chicago in the late 1800s. This savory and indulgent dish features tender shrimp baked in a flavorful garlic and breadcrumb mixture, creating a delicious and satisfying appetizer or main course. The dish is believed to have been created by Henri de Jonghe, a Belgian immigrant who owned a popular Chicago restaurant at the time.

Shrimp de Jonghe has remained a beloved and iconic dish in American cuisine due to its rich and decadent f...

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Ingredients

  • ⅔ cup bread crumbs
  • ½ cup dry sherry
  • ½ cup butter, melted
  • 1 large clove garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 pinch dried tarragon, or to taste
  • 1 pinch dried marjoram, or to taste
  • 3 pounds cooked shrimp
  • 1 teaspoon minced fresh parsley

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 12

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Mix bread crumbs, sherry, butter, garlic, salt, tarragon, and marjoram together in a bowl.
  • Place shrimp into a baking dish. Sprinkle bread crumb mixture over top, then garnish with parsley.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, about 25 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    215 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 242mg
    • Sodium: 575mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 6g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Protein: 25g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 62mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 233mg