Shrimp Macque Choux

In the NutriGuide test kitchen, Chief Culinary Specialist Stewart Lucas refined this classic Shrimp Macque Choux to celebrate vibrant, wholesome ingredients. By prioritizing aromatic layering and precise thermal control, this recipe achieves remarkable culinary depth while preserving natural micronutrients and wholesome texture.

At NutriGuide, our mission is to ensure that home cooking is both accessible and culinary-grade. When executing Shrimp Macque Choux, focus on fresh aromatics, dry surface contact for proper searing, and allowing the food to rest before serving.

• 8 mini baked pizza crusts
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh
• parsley
• garlic salt to taste
• 1 cup oil for frying
• 8 (6 inch) corn tortillas, cut into
• strips
• Creamy Jalapeno Sauce:
• 2 cups whipping cream
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 teaspoon chicken bouillon
• granules
• 1 tablespoon liquid from the jar of
• jalapeno peppers
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 tablespoon flour
• 2 tablespoons diced jalapeno
• peppers
• 4 ounces shredded Monterey
• Jack cheese
• Macque Choux:
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1/2 pound salt pork*, julienned
• 6 tablespoons butter
• 1 cup chopped onions
• 1/2 cup diced celery
• 1/2 cup diced green bell pepper
• 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
• 5 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme
• 1 (20 ounce) package frozen corn
• 1/2 pound andouille sausage,
• sliced
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 cup minced fresh parsley

Chef's Sourcing & Quality Tips:

• Produce & Aromatics: Always use fresh whole aromatics and seasonal herbs rather than dehydrated powders when possible.
• Cooking Oils: Utilize cold-pressed oils with appropriate smoke points such as extra virgin olive oil or avocado oil.
• Salt & Seasoning: Season from a modest height above the pan to ensure an even, uniform crystalline dispersion.

Follow these sequential steps with careful attention to sensory cues and cooking temperatures:

Step 1: Technique & Execution

Set oven to broil

Step 2: Technique & Execution

Brush individual pizza crusts with melted butter, and sprinkle with chopped parsley and garlic salt

Step 3: Technique & Execution

Place on a baking sheet and broil until sizzling

Step 4: Technique & Execution

Remove, and set aside

Step 5: Technique & Execution

Heat 1 cup oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat

Step 6: Technique & Execution

In batches, place tortilla strips in hot oil, and cook until crisp