Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups cooked macaroni and cheese
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup panko bread crumbs
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Cooking spray
Feel free to substitute the shrimp with chicken or tofu for a different twist. If you’re out of panko, regular breadcrumbs will do just fine. The key is to keep it simple and adaptable, just like my abuela taught me.
Instructions
- Start by preparing your waffle iron and preheat it according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Spray it with cooking spray to ensure easy waffle removal.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked macaroni and cheese, eggs, flour, panko bread crumbs, cheddar cheese, and parsley. Mix until well combined.
- Spoon the mac and cheese mixture onto the hot waffle iron, spreading it evenly. Close the lid and cook until golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Repeat with the remaining mixture.
- While the waffles are cooking, melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Season the shrimp with paprika, salt, and pepper. Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until they’re pink and opaque. Remove from heat.
- To assemble the sandwiches, place a few shrimp on one mac and cheese waffle, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, and top with another waffle. Repeat for each sandwich bomb.
- Serve immediately while warm, garnished with extra parsley for a touch of freshness.
These steps are designed to walk you through the process with ease, much like my abuela’s hands guiding mine as I learned to roll tortillas for the first time. Remember, cooking is an art, and each dish is an edible canvas.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International