Best 4 Shrimp With Fennel Bites Recipes

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Embark on a culinary voyage with our tantalizing Shrimp with Fennel Bites, where succulent shrimp and aromatic fennel dance harmoniously in a symphony of flavors. This delightful dish, presented in two captivating variations, offers a vibrant tapestry of textures and tastes that will ignite your senses.

In the first rendition, succulent shrimp are meticulously hand-tossed in a vibrant blend of spices, creating a tantalizing crust that yields to a tender and juicy interior. The shrimp are then artfully arranged atop a bed of crisp, refreshing fennel, providing a delightful contrast that elevates the dish to new heights.

The second variation takes a more sophisticated approach, introducing a luscious fennel cream sauce that envelops each shrimp in a velvety embrace. The sauce, delicately crafted with a hint of white wine and a touch of Parmesan cheese, adds a layer of richness and complexity that will leave you craving more.

Both variations of this tantalizing dish are culinary masterpieces that celebrate the harmonious marriage of shrimp and fennel. Whether you prefer the simplicity of the first or the elegance of the second, you are sure to be captivated by the exquisite flavors that await you in this culinary adventure.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ROASTED SHRIMP WITH FETA



Roasted Shrimp with Feta image

Provided by Ina Garten

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

4 tablespoons good olive oil, divided
1 1/2 cups medium-diced fennel
1 tablespoon minced garlic (3 cloves)
1/4 cup dry white wine
1 (14 1/2-ounce) can diced tomatoes
2 teaspoons tomato paste
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon Pernod
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 1/4 pounds (16 to 20 per pound) peeled shrimp with tails on
5 ounces good feta cheese, coarsely crumbled
1 cup fresh bread crumbs (see note)
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
2 lemons

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons of the olive oil in a 10-or 12-inch heavy ovenproof skillet over medium-low heat. Add the fennel and saute for 8 to 10 minutes, until the fennel is tender. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add the wine and bring to a boil, scraping up any browned bits. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, until the liquid is reduced by half. Add the tomatoes with the liquid, tomato paste, oregano, Pernod, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Simmer over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, for 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Arrange the shrimp, tails up, in one layer over the tomato-mixture in the skillet. Scatter the feta evenly over the shrimp. In a small bowl, combine the bread crumbs, parsley, and lemon zest with the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil and sprinkle over the shrimp.
  • Bake for 15 minutes, until the shrimp are cooked and the bread crumbs are golden brown. Squeeze the juice of 1 lemon over the shrimp. Serve hot with the remaining lemon cut into wedges.

SAFFRON POACHED SHRIMP WITH SHAVED FENNEL AND CITRUS VINAIGRETTE



Saffron Poached Shrimp with Shaved Fennel and Citrus Vinaigrette image

Provided by Seamus Mullen

Categories     appetizer

Time 1h30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 28

2 pounds (16/20-count) whole shrimp
Ice, for cooling the shrimp
2 pinches saffron
1 cup white wine
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 bulbs fennel, roughly chopped
1 Spanish onion, roughly chopped
1 carrot, peeled and roughly chopped
1 tomato, cut in 1/2
8 cups water
1 bunch fresh tarragon
1 bunch fresh basil
Kosher salt, for seasoning
Shaved Fennel, recipe follows
Fennel fronds, for garnish
1 medium bulb fennel, sliced thinly
1 ripe avocado, sliced
1 grapefruit, sections removed
Citrus vinaigrette, recipe follows
1 clove garlic, finely grated
1 teaspoon honey
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 cup white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon orange juice
Pinch salt
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/2 cup canola oil

Steps:

  • Remove the heads and shells from the shrimp, keeping the tails intact, and reserve. Devein the shrimp and set aside on ice.
  • For poaching liquid: steep the saffron in the white wine. Heat olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat until oil slides easily across the pan, add the reserved shrimp heads and shells and cook until they turn an orange-red color. Add the fennel, onion, carrot and gently brown, about 2 minutes. Using a cheese grater, gently grate the tomato into the broth and cook for another 3 to 5 minutes. Add the white wine and saffron mixture, water, whole tarragon, and whole basil. Bring to a boil and reduce to a gentle simmer for 45 minutes, skimming frequently. Strain and set aside.
  • For the skewers: place shrimp on a skewer, piercing through the tail and body, about 3 per skewer. Season with kosher salt.
  • Return the poaching liquid to the stove and heat to a gentle simmer. Add the shrimp skewers to the liquid and cook, until the shrimp are firm and just cooked through, being careful not to over cook, about 2 to 2 1/2 minutes. Serve on top of Shaved Fennel with Citrus Vinaigrette and garnish with fennel fronds.
  • Carefully arrange fennel, avocado, and grapefruit on a plate and dress with the Citrus Vinaigrette.
  • In a medium size mixing bowl, whisk together the garlic, honey, mustard, vinegar, lemon juice, orange juice, and salt. Gradually pour the olive oil and canola oil into the mixture while whisking. Set aside.

SPICY FENNEL SHRIMP



Spicy Fennel Shrimp image

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

24 colossal size shrimp - big guys - tails on, deveined
2 teaspoons fennel seed
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 lemons, zested and juiced
4 cloves garlic, grated
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Place shrimp in a bowl and season with fennel, red pepper flakes, lots of salt and pepper, the zest of 2 lemons. Add garlic and oil and use your hands to coat shrimp evenly. Heat a skillet to medium-high and cook shrimp until pink and firm, douse pan with the juice of 2 lemons and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 57 calorie, Fat 5 grams, SaturatedFat 1 grams, Cholesterol 18 milligrams, Sodium 80 milligrams, Carbohydrate 1 grams, Protein 2 grams, Sugar 0 grams

SHRIMP AND WHITE BEANS WITH FENNEL AND PANCETTA



Shrimp and White Beans With Fennel and Pancetta image

This quick, one-pan meal relies heavily on pantry staples. Browning pancetta or bacon adds richness to the tomato sauce, but skip it if you like. Anise-flavored fennel and seeds are incorporated into the soffrito, which plays nicely with the sweetness of the shrimp and the creaminess of the beans. But if you don't like them, leave them out. Serve the dish in deep bowls with thick slices of garlic-rubbed toast, finish the dish with a flurry of fresh herbs, and pair it with a glass of something red, light and bright.

Provided by Colu Henry

Categories     dinner, for two, weekday, seafood, main course

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for drizzling (optional)
4 ounces pancetta or bacon, diced
1 small yellow onion, thinly sliced
1 small or medium fennel bulb (about 6 ounces), tough outer leaves and stems discarded and thinly sliced crosswise, plus 1 tablespoon roughly chopped fronds
2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
2 teaspoons fennel seeds
1/2 teaspoon red-pepper flakes (optional)
Kosher salt and black pepper
1 (28-ounce) can whole peeled tomatoes with their juices, tomatoes crushed by hand
1 pound jumbo shrimp, preferably wild, peeled and deveined
1 (15-ounce) can white beans, such as butter beans or cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
1/2 cup roughly chopped fresh herbs, such as Italian parsley, basil, mint or a combination (optional)

Steps:

  • In a deep 12-inch skillet, heat the olive oil over medium. Add the pancetta and cook, stirring occasionally, until it begins to crisp, 4 to 5 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside on a paper towel-lined plate.
  • Add the onion and sliced fennel to the skillet and cook until softened, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in the garlic, fennel seeds and red-pepper flakes, if using, and cook until the garlic begins to soften and the fennel seeds become aromatic, about 1 minute. Season with salt and pepper. Stir in the crushed tomatoes and their juices. Fill the tomato can halfway with water, swish it around and add that, too.
  • Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook on medium-low, allowing the flavors to come together, about 15 minutes.
  • Turn heat back to medium, stir in the shrimp and cook until just pink, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the beans and the cooked pancetta and cook until warmed through, about 2 minutes. Taste and adjust seasonings as necessary.
  • Divide among bowls, top with the herbs and drizzle with a bit more olive oil, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 380, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 36 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 11 grams, Protein 29 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 1187 milligrams, Sugar 9 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your dish.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan. If you do, the shrimp will not cook evenly.
  • Cook the shrimp until they are just opaque. Overcooking will make them tough.
  • Be careful not to burn the fennel. If it starts to brown too much, reduce the heat.
  • Season the dish to taste. Add salt, pepper, and other spices as desired.

Conclusion:

This shrimp with fennel bites recipe is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. The shrimp are cooked to perfection and the fennel adds a unique and flavorful twist. This dish is sure to impress your friends and family.

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