Florida Shrimp Pie
Rich and creamy shrimp pie with Gulf shrimp, sautéed vegetables, and a golden flaky crust. Perfect coastal comfort food.
Prep Time 20 Minutes
Cook Time 25 Minutes
Total Time 45 Minutes
By: Fred Johnson
Category: Hearty Mains
Difficulty: Difficult
Cuisine: American
Yield: 8 Servings (1 pie)
Dietary: ~
Ingredients
→ For the crust
01 1 pre-made pie crust (or homemade)
02 1 large egg plus 1 tablespoon water (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, grated
→ For the topping
21 ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
22 1 tablespoon butter, melted
23 ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
24 1 teaspoon fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Step 01
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out pie crust into a 9-inch pie pan and crimp edges. Prick bottom with a fork, brush with egg wash, and pre-bake for 10 minutes until lightly golden.
Step 02
In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion, celery, and red bell pepper, cooking for 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic and all seasonings, cooking 1 minute more.
Step 03
Add chopped shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until pink but not overcooked. Remove shrimp mixture from skillet and set aside.
Step 04
In the same skillet, sprinkle flour and whisk well. Slowly add heavy cream and milk, whisking constantly until thickened. Stir in Dijon mustard, lemon zest, and both cheeses until smooth.
Step 05
Return the shrimp mixture to the skillet with the cream sauce and stir to combine. Remove from heat.
Step 06
Pour shrimp filling into the pre-baked pie crust and spread evenly. Mix panko breadcrumbs, melted butter, Parmesan, and parsley in a small bowl. Sprinkle evenly over the top.
Step 07
Bake at 375°F for 25-30 minutes until the pie is golden brown and bubbling. Let cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing.
Step 08
Serve warm with a fresh salad, roasted vegetables, or coleslaw. Drizzle with extra lemon juice or hot sauce if desired.
Notes
Use fresh Gulf shrimp for the best flavor, or thaw frozen shrimp completely and pat dry before cooking.
The Old Bay seasoning and lemon zest give this pie its signature Floridian coastal flavor.
Don't overcook the shrimp - they'll continue cooking in the oven and can become rubbery if overdone.
For a richer crust, try using buttery biscuit dough or puff pastry instead of traditional pie crust.
This pie can be made gluten-free by using gluten-free breadcrumbs and substituting cornstarch for flour.
Tools You'll Need
9-inch pie pan
Large skillet
Whisk
Small mixing bowl
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