French-Style Shrimp Gougères

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. 2

   In a medium saucepan, combine the water, unsalted butter, and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat.

3. 3

   Once the butter has melted, add the flour all at once and stir vigorously with a wooden spoon until the mixture forms a ball and pulls away from the sides of the pan (about 2 minutes).

4. 4

   Remove the pan from the heat and let the dough cool for 2-3 minutes.

5. 5

   Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition until the dough is smooth and glossy.

6. 6

   Stir in the grated Gruyère cheese, chopped chives, lemon zest, and black pepper.

7. 7

   Chop the cooked shrimp into small pieces and gently fold them into the dough.

8. 8

   Using two spoons or a piping bag, drop tablespoon-sized mounds of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

9. 9

   Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the gougères are puffed and golden brown.

10. 10

    Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving warm. Enjoy your French-Style Shrimp Gougères!