Description

Florida Shrimp Pie is a savory seafood dish featuring succulent shrimp sautéed with onions, bell peppers, and garlic, combined with a creamy, dill-infused cheddar cheese sauce, all baked to golden perfection in a buttery pie crust. This comforting and flavorful recipe captures the essence of Florida coastal cuisine, making a delicious main dish perfect for family dinners or special occasions.

Ingredients

Seafood and Pie

1 lb fresh large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 store-bought or homemade pie crust

Vegetables and Aromatics

1 medium onion, chopped
1 cup bell pepper, chopped (any color)
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped

Dairy and Seasoning

1 cup heavy cream
2 tbsp lemon juice
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tsp Old Bay seasoning
2 tbsp butter (added based on cooking instruction step 2 for sautéing)

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Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the shrimp pie.
Sauté Vegetables: In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and sauté the chopped onions and bell peppers until they soften and become fragrant, about 5 minutes.
Cook Shrimp and Garlic: Add the peeled and deveined shrimp alongside the minced garlic into the skillet and cook until the shrimp turns pink and opaque, approximately 3 to 5 minutes.
Make Cream Mixture: In a separate bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, lemon juice, chopped dill, salt, pepper, and Old Bay seasoning to create a flavorful sauce base.
Add Cheese: Mix in the shredded sharp cheddar cheese to the cream mixture until it is combined and slightly melted.
Assemble Pie: Spoon the shrimp and vegetable mixture into the prepared pie crust evenly, then pour the creamy cheese sauce over the filling ensuring it is well distributed.
Bake Pie: Bake the assembled pie in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly and set.
Cool and Serve: Remove the pie from the oven and allow it to cool slightly before slicing and serving to maximize flavor and texture.

Notes

You can use any color bell pepper based on your preference or what’s available.
Make sure shrimp is fresh or properly thawed if previously frozen for best taste and texture.
If preferred, substitute the heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter version, although the pie may be less rich.
Serve with a side salad or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
Old Bay seasoning gives the pie a distinctive seafood flavor characteristic of coastal cuisine.
Ensure the pie crust edges are well sealed to prevent leakage of creamy filling during baking.