Elegant Corn Flan with Sautéed Spicy Shrimp
This stunning dish combines the creamy richness of corn flan with the bold flavors of sautéed shrimp, making it perfect for both special occasions and weeknight dinners. Adapted from Cuisine at Home, this recipe is relatively easy to prepare. While fresh corn is often preferred, using defrosted frozen corn gives a delightful texture and flavor. The flan, infused with feta cheese, is velvety smooth and pairs beautifully with the fiery, seasoned shrimp. Elegant enough for a dinner party yet simple enough for family meals, this dish is sure to impress your guests.
6
Servings
147
Calories
20
Ingredients
Ingredients
Corn kernels
2 cups (defrosted if frozen)
Half-and-half
1 cup (none)
Feta cheese
1/2 cup (crumbled)
Eggs
3 (none)
Egg yolks
2 (none)
Kosher salt
1/2-1 teaspoon (to taste)
White pepper
1 pinch (none)
Large shrimp
1 lb (peeled, deveined, tails left on)
All-purpose flour
2 tablespoons (none)
Paprika
2 teaspoons (none)
Brown sugar
2 teaspoons (none)
Kosher salt
1 teaspoon (none)
Ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon (none)
Cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon (none)
Olive oil
1 tablespoon (none)
Unsalted butter
1 tablespoon (for sautéing)
Dry white wine
1/2 cup (none)
Chicken broth
1/2 cup (none)
Unsalted butter
2 tablespoons (for finishing)
Fresh chives
to taste (chopped for garnish)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2
Lightly coat six 4-ounce flan molds with nonstick spray or olive oil to prevent sticking.
3
In a blender, combine the corn kernels, half-and-half, and crumbled feta cheese. Blend until the mixture is almost smooth.
4
Add the eggs, egg yolks, kosher salt, and white pepper to the corn mixture, pulsing until well combined.
5
Place the prepared flan molds in a deep roasting pan, then fill each with the corn mixture.
6
Pour hot water into the roasting pan until it reaches halfway up the sides of the flan dishes, creating a water bath.
7
Bake the flans for 20 to 25 minutes, or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
8
Once baked, carefully remove the flan dishes from the water bath and let them cool for 3 to 5 minutes before unmolding onto serving plates.
9
Meanwhile, prepare the spicy shrimp: In a bowl, combine the flour, paprika, brown sugar, kosher salt, cumin, and cayenne pepper. Toss the shrimp in the seasoning mixture until evenly coated.
10
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned shrimp and cook for about 2-3 minutes, turning occasionally, until they're browned on both sides but not fully cooked. Transfer the shrimp to a plate and set aside.
11
Deglaze the skillet by pouring in the dry white wine and scraping up the browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Allow it to simmer until reduced by half, about 2 to 4 minutes.
12
Add the chicken broth to the skillet and simmer for another 2 to 4 minutes.
13
Return the shrimp to the pan and cook them in the sauce until firm and the sauce thickens, roughly 2 minutes more.
14
Finish the shrimp sauce by stirring in the remaining unsalted butter until melted.
15
To serve, spoon the spicy shrimp and sauce over the unmolded corn flans and garnish with freshly chopped chives.
Nutrition Information
8g
Fat
11g
Carbs
8g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Elegant Corn Flan with Saut ed Spicy Shrimp?
It is a dish that combines creamy corn flan infused with feta cheese and bold, seasoned saut ed shrimp.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe makes 6 servings.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving contains 147 calories.
Can I use frozen corn for this recipe?
Yes, defrosted frozen corn can be used and provides a delightful texture and flavor.
What type of cheese is used in the corn flan?
The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of crumbled feta cheese.
At what temperature should the oven be preheated?
The oven should be preheated to 375 F (190 C).
How do I prepare the flan molds to prevent sticking?
Lightly coat six 4-ounce flan molds with nonstick spray or olive oil.
What ingredients are blended to create the flan base?
Corn kernels, half-and-half, and crumbled feta cheese are blended until almost smooth.
What is the purpose of the roasting pan and hot water?
They are used to create a water bath, which allows the flans to bake gently and evenly.
How long do the corn flans need to bake?
They should bake for 20 to 25 minutes.
How can I tell if the corn flans are finished cooking?
A knife inserted into the center should come out clean.
How long should the flans cool before being unmolded?
Allow them to cool for 3 to 5 minutes before removing them from the molds.
What spices are used to season the shrimp?
The seasoning includes paprika, brown sugar, kosher salt, ground cumin, and cayenne pepper.
What kind of shrimp is recommended?
Use 1 lb of large shrimp, peeled and deveined with the tails left on.
How do I prepare the shrimp before cooking?
Toss the shrimp in a mixture of flour and spices until they are evenly coated.
How long do the shrimp cook initially in the skillet?
Cook them for about 2-3 minutes until browned on both sides but not fully cooked.
What liquid is used to deglaze the skillet?
1/2 cup of dry white wine is used to deglaze the pan.
How long should the wine simmer during deglazing?
Simmer the wine until it is reduced by half, which takes about 2 to 4 minutes.
What broth is added to the sauce?
The recipe uses 1/2 cup of chicken broth.
How is the shrimp sauce finished for a glossy texture?
The sauce is finished by stirring in 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter until melted.
What is the recommended garnish for this dish?
Garnish the dish with freshly chopped chives.
What is the protein content of this recipe?
There are 8 grams of protein per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in a serving?
Each serving contains 11 grams of carbohydrates.
What is the total fat content per serving?
There are 8 grams of fat per serving.
Can this recipe be served as an appetizer?
Yes, it is tagged as both an appetizer and an elegant dinner dish.
What type of pepper is used in the flan mixture?
A pinch of white pepper is used in the corn flan.
How many eggs are required for the flan?
The recipe requires 3 whole eggs and 2 egg yolks.
Is this dish considered difficult to make?
The description notes that while it is elegant, it is relatively easy to prepare.
Should the corn be completely smooth after blending?
No, the mixture should be blended until it is almost smooth, allowing for some texture.
What is the primary cooking method for the shrimp?
The shrimp are saut ed in a combination of olive oil and butter.