SHRIMP WITH VANILLA

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Provided by Florence Fabricant

Categories     dinner, quick, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 1/2 pounds medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
3 large garlic cloves, minced
1 medium onion, finely chopped
3 1/2 tablespoons vanilla extract
1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1/2 jalapeño chili, seeded and minced
1 1/2 cups chicken stock, boiled down to 3/4 cup
3/4 cup dry white wine
1 teaspoon fresh lime juice
2 Hass avocados, peeled, seeded and sliced
4 to 6 cilantro sprigs
Steamed white rice for serving

Steps:

  • Place shrimp in a bowl, and add garlic, onion, 2 tablespoons vanilla, and the salt and pepper. Toss, then cover and refrigerate 2 hours.
  • Heat butter and oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add jalapeño, and when it starts to soften, add shrimp and its marinade. Add remaining vanilla extract. Sauté, stirring, just until shrimp turn pink. Remove shrimp to a warm serving dish, and cover with foil.
  • Add stock and wine to skillet and cook over high heat, stirring, about 5 minutes, until liquid is reduced and has thickened to consistency of light cream. Add lime juice, stir, then pour sauce over shrimp. Garnish dish with avocado slices, scatter cilantro on top, and serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 456, UnsaturatedFat 17 grams, Carbohydrate 20 grams, Fat 24 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 28 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 1105 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 0 grams

nur nur
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I hate shrimp.


bugkidnapper
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This recipe seems a bit too complicated for me. I think I'll pass.


Nada Sayed
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I'm not sure about the vanilla, but I'm willing to give it a try.


Kylie Whistling elk
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I wonder how this dish would taste with different types of seafood, like scallops or lobster.


Gurasees Singh
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This recipe looks simple enough for even a beginner cook like me to make.


Talon R
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I'm intrigued by the combination of shrimp and vanilla. I think I'll give this recipe a try.


Sa Ir
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I can't wait to try this recipe. It sounds delicious!


Diashja Patterson
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The instructions were clear and easy to follow.


ThatGuyJumpy
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I'm definitely adding this recipe to my collection.


Mazilu Marian Andrei
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Prince Pandey
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I'm not usually a fan of shrimp, but this recipe changed my mind. The vanilla added a sweetness that I really enjoyed.


Kimberly McLendon
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I substituted fish sauce for the salt and it was delicious!


Joshua Bella
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5 stars! This recipe is a keeper.


Nabaggala Robinah
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I've made this dish several times now and it's always a hit. My friends and family love it!


rumel ahmed
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This was easy to make and packed with flavor. The vanilla really added a unique touch.


Bobita Roy
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Excellent recipe! I will definitely be making this again.


Latoyia Wilson
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The flavors were well-balanced, the shrimp cooked perfectly, and I loved the hint of vanilla.


Hussain Abbasi
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This was an amazingly tasty dish. I was skeptical about the vanilla with shrimp, but it was a delightful combination.