ACHIOTE MARINATED SHRIMP SALAD

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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 22

3 tablespoons ginger
1 tablespoon garlic
2 tablespoons shallots
2 tablespoons ancho chili powder
3 tablespoons almonds, slivered
1 red pepper, chopped
1 tablespoon toasted ground cumin
1 tablespoon toasted ground coriander
2 tablespoons ground annatto seeds
2 tablespoons lime juice
1/4 cup olive oil, plus 2 tablespoons, divided
1 pound (21 to 25 pieces) shrimp, deveined and shells reserved (for stock)
Reserved shrimp shells
1/4 cup white wine
1/4 cup diced onion
1 tomato, diced
1 quart water
1 head frisee
2 bunches mache
1 bunch scallions, sliced on diagonal, some reserved for garnish
2 oranges, supremed
1/2 cup toasted almonds

Steps:

  • For the paste: In a blender or food processor, puree first 9 ingredients and then slowly add the lemon juice and 1/4 cup oil.
  • For stock: Heat a heavy bottomed pot, when smoking add shrimp shells and cook, stirring for 6 to 8 minutes or until shells are toasted. Add wine and reduce by half. Add onion, tomato, and water bring just to a boil and then reduce to a simmer. Simmer slowly for 45 minutes and strain.
  • Cooking shrimp: Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a skillet. Mix 2 tablespoons achiote paste into hot oil. Add 1/2 of shrimp to hot pan and stir to coat evenly with the paste. Add 1/2 cup shrimp stock and cook for 5 minutes or until the shrimp are no longer translucent. Set aside in a bowl. Repeat process for other half.
  • Assembly: Place the mache and frisee divided among 6 plates. In a medium size bowl, toss the shrimp with the orange sections, and scallions. Divide shrimp among plates. Top with scallions and toasted almonds. Shrimp can be served hot or cold.

Kameryn Jones
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit. Everyone loved the unique flavor of the achiote marinade.


Awais Tayyab
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This salad is perfect for a summer party. It's light and refreshing, and the flavors are amazing.


Md Forid Hossain
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I've tried many shrimp salad recipes, but this one is by far the best. The achiote marinade is amazing.


rosondra compton
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This is a great recipe for a healthy and delicious meal. The achiote marinade gives the shrimp a beautiful color and flavor.


Audrina Rios
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit. Everyone loved the unique flavor of the achiote marinade.


Geisha Doll
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This salad is perfect for a summer party. It's light and refreshing, and the flavors are amazing.


barbing Boss
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I've tried many shrimp salad recipes, but this one is by far the best. The achiote marinade is amazing.


Averie Lugenbeel
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This is a great recipe for a healthy and flavorful meal. The achiote marinade gives the shrimp a beautiful color and flavor.


adrian mollasgo
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I made this salad for my family and they loved it. My kids especially loved the sweet and tangy dressing.


Umar Officail
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This salad is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I love the combination of the shrimp, avocado, and mango.


Freda Burd
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's a great way to use up leftover shrimp.


Bety Mornyuie
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This is a great recipe for a summer party. It's light and refreshing, and the colors are beautiful.


Haris Hussain
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I made this salad for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor of the achiote marinade.


Emran Tahir
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This salad was absolutely delicious! The shrimp was cooked perfectly and the marinade was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.