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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 0 Minutes Servings: 10 |
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Ingredients:
8 medium uncooked shrimp peeled, deveined, reserve shells |
1/3 cup(s) water |
1 shallot chopped |
1 tablespoon(s) tomato paste |
pinch cayenne pepper |
2 tablespoon(s) sherry |
2 tablespoon(s) brandy |
1 cup(s) whipping cream |
Directions:
1. Combine shrimp shells (reserve shrimp), 1/3 cup water, shallot, tomato paste and cayenne pepper in heavy medium saucepan. Boil until water evaporates and ingredients begin to brown, stirring frequently, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat; add sherry and brandy and careflly ignite with match. When flames subside, return to heat and boil until liquid is reduced by half, about 3 minutes. Remove Shells, add cream and simmer until mixture thickens slightly, about 5 minutes. Add chopped shrimp and simmer until just cooked through, about 3 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. (Sauce can be prepared up to 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Bring to simmer before serving)
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