Florida Shrimp Pie Flaky Crust (Print Format)

Juicy shrimp, creamy vegetables, and cheese nestled in a flaky crust, brightened with Old Bay and lemon.

# Ingredients:

→ For the Crust

01 - 1 pre-made pie crust (or homemade, if preferred)
02 - 1 egg + 1 tablespoon water, beaten (for egg wash)

→ For the Shrimp Filling

03 - 1 pound large Florida shrimp, peeled, deveined, and chopped
04 - 2 tablespoons butter
05 - ½ cup onion, finely chopped
06 - ½ cup celery, finely chopped
07 - ½ cup red bell pepper, finely chopped
08 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
09 - 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
10 - ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
11 - ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
12 - ½ teaspoon salt
13 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper
14 - 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
15 - ½ cup heavy cream
16 - ½ cup whole milk
17 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
18 - 1 teaspoon lemon zest
19 - ½ cup shredded white cheddar cheese
20 - ¼ cup Parmesan cheese

→ For the Topping

21 - ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
22 - 1 tablespoon butter, melted
23 - ¼ cup Parmesan cheese
24 - 1 teaspoon fresh parsley, chopped

# Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out the pie crust into a 9-inch pie pan and crimp the edges. Lightly prick the bottom of the crust with a fork to prevent bubbling. Brush the crust with egg wash and pre-bake for 10 minutes until lightly golden. Set aside.
02 - In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion, celery, and red bell pepper, and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in the garlic, Old Bay, smoked paprika, cayenne, salt, and black pepper, cooking for another minute. Add the chopped shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes until pink but not overcooked. Remove from heat and set aside. In the same skillet, sprinkle in flour and whisk well. Slowly pour in heavy cream and milk, whisking constantly until thickened. Stir in Dijon mustard, lemon zest, white cheddar, and Parmesan cheese, mixing until smooth. Return the shrimp mixture to the skillet and stir to combine. Remove from heat.
03 - Pour the shrimp filling into the pre-baked pie crust and spread evenly. In a small bowl, mix panko breadcrumbs, melted butter, Parmesan cheese, and parsley. Sprinkle evenly over the top. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25-30 minutes until the pie is golden brown and bubbling. Let it cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing.
04 - Serve warm with a side of fresh salad, roasted vegetables, or coleslaw. Drizzle with extra lemon juice or hot sauce for extra flavor!

# Tips:

01 - Use fresh or frozen shrimp and thaw completely before cooking if frozen.
02 - For a spicier dish, add more cayenne or serve with a side of hot sauce.