SHRIMP WITH VANILLA

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Shrimp With Vanilla image

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

Subas Toppo
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This recipe was a disaster! The shrimp were rubbery and the vanilla sauce was curdled. I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.


Khalil Ahamad
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This dish was just okay. I think I would have preferred a different recipe.


Liker Best
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I found this recipe to be a bit bland. I think it needed more seasoning.


Chidera Reyes
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The shrimp were a bit overcooked, but the vanilla sauce was very good.


Bilal Khemgani
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This dish was a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would have preferred a more savory sauce.


WhiteZach CR
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The shrimp are always cooked perfectly and the vanilla sauce is so delicious. I highly recommend this recipe.


Kameron Combs
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The shrimp are cooked in minutes and the vanilla sauce is simple to make. The whole dish comes together in under 30 minutes.


Zahid Lucas Bonilla
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. The shrimp are always cooked perfectly and the vanilla sauce is so creamy and flavorful.


Fungai Nyavanhu
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Yum! This dish was so good. The shrimp were cooked to perfection and the vanilla sauce was creamy and rich.


Sissy B
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This recipe is a keeper! The shrimp were tender and juicy, and the vanilla sauce was divine. I will definitely be making this again.


BionicleRob 07
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I was a bit skeptical about the vanilla sauce, but it was actually really good. The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the overall dish was very flavorful.


Shinda Shinda
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This is one of my favorite shrimp recipes. The vanilla sauce is so unique and flavorful. I always get compliments when I make it.


Roton Mollik
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I tried this recipe last night and it turned out great! The shrimp were succulent and the vanilla sauce was rich and decadent. My husband and I both loved it.


Tshepo Louis Radebe
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This dish was absolutely delicious! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the vanilla sauce was so creamy and flavorful. I served it over rice and it was a hit with my family.