shrimp caesar salad with duck fat croutons

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beulah, MI
Updated on Aug 14, 2025

These duck fat croutons are to die for. Shrimp don't usually go on Caesar salad, but it was delicious.

prep time 10 Min
cook time 10 Min
method Stove Top
yield 4 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • SALAD
  • 1 pound cooked shrimp
  • 2 heads romaine lettuce
  • 1 cup shredded or shaved Parmesan cheese
  • DUCK FAT CROUTONS
  • 4 slices rustic rye bread, crust removed and cut into chunks
  • 1/4 cup duck fat
  • salt
  • CAESAR DRESSING
  • 1 cup mayo
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 6 oil packed anchovies
  • 2 dashes garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • salt and pepper

How To Make shrimp caesar salad with duck fat croutons

  • Step 1
    Make the dressing. Place all ingredients in a food processor and process until well incorporated and creamy. Taste and adjust salt and pepper.
  • Step 2
    Make the croutons. Place the duck fat in a frying pan. Once hot, add the croutons and cook, turning until all sides are browned. Do in batches if needed.
  • Step 3
    Place on a paper towel-lined plate and season with salt.
  • Step 4
    Chop the Romaine lettuce and place it on 4 plates. Top with Parmesan cheese and shrimp.
  • Step 5
    Drizzle dressing over top and top with the duck fat croutons.

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Ingredient: Seafood
Culture: American
Method: Stove Top

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