Tomates Crevettes
Shrimp Tomatoes
A classic Belgian appetizer or light meal featuring hollowed-out tomatoes filled with a creamy mixture of grey shrimp, mayonnaise, and fresh herbs. It's a refreshing and flavorful dish, especially popular during summer.
🧂 Ingredients
- 4 Large ripe tomatoes
- 300 g Cooked grey shrimp(peeled and deveined)
- 4 tbsp Mayonnaise(good quality)
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley(finely chopped)
- 1 tbsp Fresh chives(finely chopped)
- 1 tsp Lemon juice
- Salt(to taste)
- White pepper(to taste)
- Lettuce leaves(for serving)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Gently slice off the top quarter of each tomato. Carefully scoop out the insides with a spoon, leaving the tomato shell intact. Reserve the scooped-out pulp for another use.
💡 Tip: Be careful not to puncture the tomato walls. - 2
Invert the tomato shells on paper towels to drain any excess liquid. Let them sit for about 10-15 minutes.
- 3
In a medium bowl, combine the cooked grey shrimp, mayonnaise, chopped parsley, chopped chives, and lemon juice.
- 4
Season the shrimp mixture with salt and white pepper to taste. Mix gently to combine.
💡 Tip: White pepper is preferred for its subtle flavor and appearance. - 5
Carefully spoon the shrimp mixture into the drained tomato shells, filling them generously.
- 6
Place the filled tomatoes on a bed of lettuce leaves on serving plates.
- 7
Serve immediately as an appetizer or a light main course. Often accompanied by crusty bread or a side of fries.
💡 Tip: Best served chilled.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Use the freshest, highest quality grey shrimp available for the best flavor.
- ✓Don't overmix the shrimp filling, as it can make the shrimp mushy.
- ✓If grey shrimp are unavailable, small cooked prawns can be substituted, though the flavor will differ.
✨ Twist Ideas
Inspiration for your own version of this recipe
- Add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a dash of hot sauce for a little heat.
- Incorporate finely diced celery or cucumber for added crunch.
- A small amount of finely chopped hard-boiled egg can be added to the filling.