Recipe video above. Plump, juicy garlicky shrimp WITH a silky creamy, cheesy macaroni AND a crunchy parmesan topping?? Be still my beating heart. BONUS: It's all made in ONE POT!
3/4 cup (75g) mozzarella cheese (, freshly grated (Note 3))
3/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp mustard powder
1/3 cup panko breadcrumbs
1/4 cup grated parmesan
1 tbsp olive oil
Categories
Side Dish
Steps
Preheat broiler/grill on high.
Mix together Breadcrumb Topping.
Heat oil and melt 1 tbsp butter in a large, deep skillet or heatproof pot on the stove over high heat.
Add shrimp, sprinkle with pepper, then cook for 1 minute. Add garlic and cook for another minute until the shrimp has changed colour but not fully cooked.
Transfer to bowl. Turn heat down to medium.
Melt remaining butter. Add flour and cook for 1 minute.
Pour milk in slowly, stirring as you go. Once incorporated and lump free (use whisk if needed), stir in Seasonings, then water.
Once the liquid is hot, add macaroni. Cook for 8 minutes, stirring regularly, until macaroni is almost cooked through, then take it off the stove.
Add cheeses and stir through, then add shrimp. Taste for salt - tweak if needed. It should be saucy (see video) - it gets absorbed. Should still be saucy at this stage - sauce gets absorbed/thickens more in next step.
Sprinkle over breadcrumbs, then place under the hot grill for just 2 - 3 minutes until the top is golden.
Sprinkle with parsley if desired and served immediately!
Nutitrion
Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 558 kcal
Carbohydrates: 44 g
Protein: 32 g
Fat: 27 g
Saturated Fat: 13 g
Cholesterol: 168 mg
Sodium: 1176 mg
Sugar: 6 g
Reviews
Sharon Duris on 2025-05-12 (5 stars): Wonderful!! Used Colossal Shrimp, and cut them up to help evenly distribute it.
Cynthia on 2025-01-13 (5 stars): Amazing recipe....just like all of Nagi's recipes. My kids loved it. They all asked for seconds.
Patti Gervan on 2024-06-01 (5 stars): I loved this recipe. Instead of plain water, i made a stock out of the prawn shells (takes 6 min). Excellent flavour and no wasting of those shells!
FranW on 2024-05-29 (5 stars): I made this today for a lunch guest, using equal amounts of gruyere, mozz and red leister. It got rave reviews and a begging request to take home the leftovers. Another Nagi hit.
Anita on 2024-04-29 (5 stars): If was soooo good but afterwards I found out the calories. This is a meal for a day you too busy to eat so calories still be under
Paula on 2024-03-05 (5 stars): This was really lovely. I’ve never had macaroni cheese with shrimp before and probably never would have tried it. But being a Nagi recipe how could it fail to please? Again, Nagi works wonders and I’ll definitely make it again.
Jess H on 2023-10-17 (5 stars): In step 8, make sure you bring the water to the boil first so the pasta actually cooks.
Also, follow what Nagi says about using freshly grated cheese. I only had the packet one on hand and it definitely made the sauce a bit powdery.
An easy recipe that turns out delicious!
Cassie on 2023-08-29 (5 stars): Everyone loved it, no leftovers! I made some bacon first for bacon bits to put on top then cooked the shrimp in a little bacon fat. For the cheeses I used sharp cheddar and Monterey Jack. Love doing this all in one pan.
eia mandapat on 2023-03-11 (5 stars): This is so delicious, Nagi! Always a hit at my house. My son can make it himself, it’s that easy! Spices are just right, no need to tweak, really. This is a keeper as well as a whole bunch of other yummies you’ve made. Thank you!
Dahls on 2023-02-06 (5 stars): This is a great option for an alternative Mac and cheese flavour. So quick and tasty!
I used cooked frozen prawns and they were fine.
I accidentally added curry powder as well, it was actually a tasty touch.
Agi Ruciak on 2022-12-18 (5 stars): Oh my word Nagi! Wow!
A simple recipe that absolutely blew everyone away!
On the table with a side salad within an hour meant happy guests all round!
Thank you!
