GRILLED SHRIMP WITH WILTED SPINACH AND PEACHES
The first principle of Indian spice cookery (and of spices in general) is that spices are best when bought whole and ground fresh, as happens in this recipe. Toasting and then grinding the spices - peppercorns, coriander, mustard seeds and cardamom pods - used for the spice rub helps to even out their flavors so that they blend with the mild flavor of the shrimp. Serve them over fresh ripe peaches and tender spinach wilted by a hot mixture of ginger, vinegar, orange juice and curry powder.
Provided by John Willoughby And Chris Schlesinger
Categories dinner, quick, weekday, main course
Time 40m
Yield 4 appetizer servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Build a fire in your grill; when the coals are covered with gray ash and the temperature is medium-hot (you can hold your hand 5 inches above the coals for 3 to 4 seconds) you are ready to cook. (For a gas grill, turn all burners to high, lower cover and heat for 15 minutes, then turn burners to medium-high.)
- Meanwhile, put the peppercorns, coriander seeds, mustard seeds and cardamom pods in a small sauté pan and toast over medium heat, shaking frequently to avoid burning, until they begin to darken slightly and you can smell them, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat, allow to cool slightly, then grind fine in a spice mill or mortar.
- Sprinkle shrimp generously with salt and pepper, then rub all over with the spice mixture, pressing gently to be sure it adheres. Set shrimp aside.
- Heat the olive oil in a small sauté pan over medium heat until hot but not smoking. Add the ginger and cook, stirring frequently, 1 minute. Add the vinegar, orange juice, curry powder and salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat and cook, stirring occasionally, for 3 minutes.
- Put the peaches and spinach in a medium bowl. Pour hot dressing over them, wilting the spinach.
- Place the shrimp on the grill and cook until just opaque throughout, 3 to 4 minutes a side. (To check for doneness, cut into one shrimp and peek inside.) Divide the spinach-peach mixture among four plates and top each with 1/4 of the shrimp.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 229, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 18 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 20 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 810 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams, TransFat 0 grams
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Puja Lama
[email protected]This was a great recipe! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the combination of flavors was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
Solomon Audu
[email protected]I made this dish for my family and they loved it! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the flavors were amazing. I will definitely be making this again.
Sadq Khan
[email protected]This recipe was a disaster! The shrimp were tough and the spinach was wilted beyond recognition. I'm not sure what went wrong.
Joe McKenna
[email protected]The shrimp were a bit overcooked, but the flavors were still good. I think I'll try it again with a lower cooking temperature.
mdalkas ali
[email protected]This dish was a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would have preferred it without the peaches. Otherwise, it was a good recipe.
Benton Parsons
[email protected]I was a bit skeptical about the combination of shrimp, spinach, and peaches, but I was pleasantly surprised. The flavors worked really well together and the dish was delicious. Will definitely be making this again.
Prince Shanto
[email protected]This dish was easy to make and the results were incredible. The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the combination of flavors was out of this world. Definitely a new favorite!
Rohit Rajaram
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit. The shrimp are always cooked perfectly and the flavors are amazing. Highly recommend!
Heart Win Song
[email protected]This was a great recipe! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the combination of flavors was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
Bevan Allicock
[email protected]I made this dish for my family and they loved it! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the flavors were amazing. I will definitely be making this again.
mr chicken nuggets
[email protected]This recipe was a disaster! The shrimp were tough and the spinach was wilted beyond recognition. I'm not sure what went wrong.
Pospa Roke
[email protected]The shrimp were a bit overcooked, but the flavors were still good. I think I'll try it again with a lower cooking temperature.
Jose Sambo
[email protected]This dish was a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would have preferred it without the peaches. Otherwise, it was a good recipe.
Cerilize Chriszelle
[email protected]I was a bit skeptical about the combination of shrimp, spinach, and peaches, but I was pleasantly surprised. The flavors worked really well together and the dish was delicious. Will definitely be making this again.
Amy Melegrito
[email protected]This recipe is so easy to follow and the results are incredible. The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the combination of flavors was out of this world. Definitely a new favorite!
Lilboy lopez
[email protected]I've made this dish several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The shrimp are always cooked perfectly and the flavors are amazing. Highly recommend!
Tharu Amit
[email protected]This dish was a hit at my dinner party! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the combination of flavors from the spinach, peaches, and balsamic glaze was divine. Will definitely be making this again.