Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsDon Alfonso 1890 Restaurant CascaisCreamy Shrimp Velouté Recipe

Creamy Shrimp Velouté Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Make Creamy Shrimp Velouté Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

Method

Preparing the Velouté Base

  1. 1

    Make the Roux

    In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, add the all-purpose flour and whisk continuously for about 2-3 minutes until the mixture is golden brown.

  2. 2

    Add Stock

    Gradually pour in the chicken or seafood stock while whisking to avoid lumps. Increase the heat to medium-high and bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce the heat to maintain a gentle simmer and cook for about 10 minutes.

  3. 3

    Incorporate Cream

    Stir in the heavy cream and allow the mixture to simmer for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until the velouté thickens. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Cooking the Shrimp

  1. 4

    Sauté Shrimp

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

  2. 5

    Add Shrimp

    Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they are pink and opaque. Drizzle with lemon juice and season with salt and pepper.

Combining and Serving

  1. 6

    Combine Velouté and Shrimp

    Pour the creamy shrimp velouté sauce over the cooked shrimp in the skillet and stir to combine. Cook for an additional minute to heat through.

  2. 7

    Serve

    Ladle the creamy shrimp velouté into bowls, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve with lemon wedges on the side.

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