Description

This Shrimp Cheese Sandwich is a melty, buttery, and flavorful seafood delight, combining tender shrimp with gooey cheese tucked between golden slices of grilled bread. It’s comfort food with a coastal twist, perfect for lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

Scale

1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your favorite)
8 slices of bread (sourdough or your choice)
4 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh herbs (like parsley or dill) for garnish

Instructions

Season the shrimp by tossing them in a bowl with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until fully coated.
Heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a skillet over medium heat and cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and cooked through. Set aside.
Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter to the skillet. Place two slices of bread in the pan, add a layer of cheese, then cooked shrimp, more cheese, and top with another slice of bread.
Grill each sandwich for 3-4 minutes per side or until golden brown and the cheese is melted, pressing lightly with a spatula.
Once done, remove from heat, slice in half, sprinkle with fresh herbs, and serve warm.

Notes

Try adding sliced jalapenos or a dash of hot sauce for a spicy twist. Mix up the cheese selection for added flair; pepper jack or blue cheese are excellent options. Leftover shrimp? They make a great creamy shrimp gnocchi the next day.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 sandwich
Calories: 450
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 550mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 11g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 160mg

Keywords: shrimp, cheese sandwich, grilled sandwich, seafood, comfort food