GRILLED SHRIMP WITH BLACK BEAN CAKES AND CORIANDER SAUCE

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Categories     Cake     Sauce     Bean     Side     Broil     Shrimp     Coriander     Simmer     Boil

Yield makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 32

Black Bean Cakes
1/2 pound black beans, picked clean and rinsed
1 tablespoon olive or corn oil, plus more for frying
1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
1 small green bell or poblano pepper, finely chopped
1 jalapeño, chopped (if not using poblano)
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
Salt and pepper
Flour, for dusting cakes
Sour cream and cilantro sprigs, as garnish
Grilled Shrimp
4 (6-inch) bamboo skewers
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1/4 teaspoon salt
16 medium or large headless shrimp, peeled and deveined (leaving tails intact)
Coriander Sauce
1 medium shallot, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest
1/4 cup orange juice
1/2 cup white wine
2 tablespoons sherry wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
5 tablespoons butter, softened
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Black Bean Cakes
  • Place the black beans in cold water to cover. Soak overnight, or for at least 1 hour. Drain, rinse, place in a large pot, and cover with fresh cold water. Bring to a boil, skim the foam, then simmer over low heat for about 1 hour. Add more water, if necessary, to keep the beans covered.
  • Meanwhile, heat the 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high heat in a large skillet. Add the onion, peppers, and garlic and cook for 2-3 minutes. Add the vegetables, along with the honey, vinegar, chili powder, and cumin, to the beans and continue to simmer. When the beans are quite soft and are starting to break down, season with salt and pepper. Continue to cook until the beans are creamy.
  • Remove the bean mixture from the heat and strain, reserving the liquid. Puree in a food processor, then transfer to a baking sheet. Spread the puree evenly and let it cool completely. Form the puree into little cakes shaped like hockey pucks (use about 1/2 cup per cake). The consistency is perfect if it is moist enough to gather into a ball, but not so wet that the mixture sticks to your hands.
  • Preheat the oven to 400°F. To finish the cakes, lightly dust them with flour. Heat a medium skillet (lightly coated with oil) over medium-high heat. Sauté the cakes just long enough to get a nice crust on each side. When ready to serve, place them on baking sheets in the oven to warm through. Garnish with a dollop of sour cream and a sprig of cilantro.
  • Grilled Shrimp
  • Soak the skewers in hot water.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the olive oil and seasonings. Toss the shrimp with this marinade and refrigerate while you make the coriander sauce.
  • Turn on the broiler or light the grill.
  • Place 4 shrimp on each skewer.
  • Meanwhile, heat the black bean cakes.
  • Broil or grill the shrimp 2-3 minutes on each side, until just cooked through. Remove from the skewers, arrange on four plates, and drizzle with the warm coriander sauce. Serve with a black bean cake.
  • Coriander Sauce
  • Place the shallot, orange zest and juice, wine, vinegar, and coriander in a small saucepan and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Cook until the liquid is reduced to 2 or 3 tablespoons. While it's still hot, whisk in softened butter by the spoonful until the sauce is emulsified (it will look thick and creamy). Stir in the chopped cilantro and season with salt and pepper to taste. Cover and keep warm over low heat.

Manager Franco
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I made this dish for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the shrimp and the black bean cakes. The coriander sauce was the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again.


CARGO EXPRESS SHIPPING COMPANY
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I'm a fan of spicy food, so I added a little extra chili powder to the coriander sauce. It turned out perfect! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the black bean cakes were delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Zyad Khadragy
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I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out great! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the black bean cakes were crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. The coriander sauce was the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making


Nuwan Tharusha
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This dish was a bit of a disappointment. The shrimp were overcooked and the black bean cakes were dry. The coriander sauce was also bland. I won't be making this recipe again.


Sarah Khan
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook shrimp and this recipe definitely delivered. The shrimp were cooked to perfection and the black bean cakes were a nice twist. The coriander sauce was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed the dish o


ali hassan786
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This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make and the results are impressive. I served it to my family and they couldn't get enough of it. The shrimp were juicy and tender, the black bean cakes were crispy and flavorful, and the coriander sauce was the


Anastasia David
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I'm not a big fan of seafood, but I loved this dish! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the black bean cakes were delicious. The coriander sauce was the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this again.


Rajar Faqeer
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the black bean cakes were crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. The coriander sauce was the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making


Carolyne Mwania
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I made this dish for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the shrimp and the black bean cakes. The coriander sauce was the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again.


Robal Tawdros
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I'm a fan of spicy food, so I added a little extra chili powder to the coriander sauce. It turned out perfect! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the black bean cakes were delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Tommy Duckworth
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I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out great! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the black bean cakes were crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. The coriander sauce was the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making


Paat6 Tube
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This dish was a bit of a disappointment. The shrimp were overcooked and the black bean cakes were dry. The coriander sauce was also bland. I won't be making this recipe again.


Alejandra Orellana
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook shrimp and this recipe definitely delivered. The shrimp were cooked to perfection and the black bean cakes were a nice twist. The coriander sauce was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed the dish o


Osama Auternattack
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This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make and the results are impressive. I served it to my friends and they couldn't get enough of it. The shrimp were juicy and tender, the black bean cakes were crispy and flavorful, and the coriander sauce was the


Anawana Kumoyo
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I'm not a big fan of shrimp, but I loved this dish! The black bean cakes were so flavorful and the coriander sauce was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


S I L O
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I made this dish last night and it was a hit! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the black bean cakes were crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. The coriander sauce was the perfect finishing touch, adding a bright and herbaceous flavor.