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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Mshehzad Asghar
mshehzad@hotmail.frThis dish was delicious! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the wilted spinach and peaches were a great combination. I will definitely be making this again.
Ngato Mahlaela
mahlaelan33@yahoo.comThis dish was amazing! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the wilted spinach and peaches were a great combination. I will definitely be making this again.
Usman Safdar
susman@gmail.comI love the unique flavor combination in this dish. The grilled shrimp were delicious and the wilted spinach and peaches added a nice sweetness and crunch. I will definitely be making this again!
Blessie manaloto
b.manaloto@gmail.comThis dish was easy to follow and turned out great! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the wilted spinach and peaches were a nice touch. I would definitely recommend this recipe.
Violet
violet@aol.comThe shrimp were overcooked, but the wilted spinach and peaches were delicious. I would recommend cooking the shrimp for a shorter amount of time.
Sabuj Hasab
sabujhasab68@gmail.comThis dish was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still good. I would recommend using less peaches or omitting them altogether.
Herrera Austin
austin_h@aol.comThis dish was delicious! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the wilted spinach and peaches were a great combination. I will definitely be making this again.
Sanele Hlongwa
h_sanele8@gmail.comLoved it!
Vv Foyez
vv-foyez72@gmail.comThis dish was easy to make and turned out great! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the wilted spinach and peaches were a nice touch. I would definitely recommend this recipe.
Rich Scope
s_rich@hotmail.comThe shrimp were a bit overcooked, but the wilted spinach and peaches were delicious. I would recommend cooking the shrimp for a shorter amount of time.
Kunal Ram
k-r7@yahoo.comThis dish was a bit too sweet for my taste. The peaches overpowered the shrimp and the wilted spinach. I would recommend using less peaches or omitting them altogether.
Abdullah muzaffar
m.a@yahoo.comI followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out amazing! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the wilted spinach and peaches were a great combination. I will definitely be making this again.
MrDwynbldn
mrdwynbldn4@gmail.comThis dish was easy to make and turned out great! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the wilted spinach and peaches were a nice addition. I would definitely recommend this recipe.
Nsubuga Joze
jozen44@gmail.comI love the unique flavor combination in this dish. The grilled shrimp were delicious and the wilted spinach and peaches added a nice sweetness and crunch. I will definitely be making this again!
Havoc Nation
nation_h44@hotmail.frThis grilled shrimp dish was a hit with my family! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the combination of flavors was amazing. The wilted spinach and peaches added a nice touch of sweetness and freshness. I will definitely be making this again!