**Tantalize your taste buds with a culinary adventure that blends bold flavors, creamy textures, and a touch of intrigue. Voodoo Shrimp over Cheesy Jalapeño Polenta is a tantalizing dish that will transport you to a realm of culinary delight. Succulent shrimp are smothered in a velvety sauce infused with the mystical flavors of Cajun spices, creating a symphony of taste that dances on your palate. Perfectly cooked polenta, infused with cheese and jalapeños, provides a creamy and savory foundation for the succulent shrimp. Embark on this culinary journey and discover the magic of Voodoo Shrimp over Cheesy Jalapeño Polenta, a dish that is sure to leave you spellbound.**
**In addition to the main recipe, this article also features a collection of complementary culinary creations that will elevate your dining experience. Find recipes for delectable sides like Cheesy Jalapeño Hush Puppies, a crispy and flavorful treat that adds a touch of Southern charm to your meal. Indulge in the creamy goodness of Cajun Alfredo Sauce, a versatile sauce that pairs perfectly with pasta or vegetables. For a refreshing contrast, try the vibrant and tangy Cucumber Salad with Feta and Mint, a refreshing side that cleanses the palate and complements the richness of the main dish. And to satisfy your sweet cravings, explore the recipe for Sweet and Spicy Candied Pecans, a delightful snack or dessert that adds a touch of sweet heat to your culinary adventure.**
VOODOO SHRIMP OVER CHEESY JALAPENO POLENTA
I had this dish in Las Vegas at the Crossroads House of Blues restaurant and I loved it so much I had to try to make it at home. The House of Blues served it over jalapeno corn bread but the jalapeno polenta was just as good.
Provided by barbara lentz
Categories Seafood
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 24
Steps:
- 1. Shrimp In a small bowl combine the paprika, salt, garlic powder, black pepper, onion powder, cayenne, oregano and thyme. Combine 1/2 of the spice mixture with the peeled shrimp and set aside.
- 2. Heat olive oil in a large pot over high heat. Add the onions and garlic and saute 1 min. Add the shrimp shells, remaining 1/2 of spice mix, bay leaves, lemon, water, Worcestershire sauce, and beer. Bring to a boil and reduce heat to medium. Simmer 30 minutes. Strain the liquid discarding the solids. Add the liquid back to pot. Add the heavy cream and brown sugar. Bring to a boil and reduce to a simmer and cook 15 minutes.
- 3. Add the shrimp and drained tomatoes. Return to a simmer and cook until shrimp are pink about 3 minutes. Stir in the butter, basil, and parsley. Serve over the polenta
- 4. Polenta Add oil to small skillet. Saute the jalapenos until softened. set aside. Bring the broth to a boil and add the polenta and salt. cover and reduce the heat to medium low and cook until all the liquid is absorbed and polenta is cooked. Stir in the jalapeno's and cheese. Cook until cheese is melted. Serve with the shrimp and sauce on top.
GRILLED SHRIMP AND POLENTA
This play on shrimp and grits uses store-bought polenta, because the last thing you want to do when it's hot is stand over a pot of steaming cornmeal. The shrimp, polenta, and grape tomatoes all grill together in just a few minutes and then get topped with a spicy butter that melts into a luscious sauce for the hot shrimp.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Zest the lemon into a mixing bowl and add the butter, hot sauce and a pinch of salt. Stir until well combined. Gently stir in half of the parsley, reserving the remaining parsley for garnish. Cut the zested lemon into wedges and reserve.
- Prepare a grill or grill pan or for high heat. Lightly oil the grill grates. Thread the tomatoes on the skewers, about 7 tomatoes per skewer. (If using wooden skewers, leave just 1/2 inch of the skewer sticking out on each end so you do not have to soak them). Brush 1 tablespoon of the oil on the tomatoes and sprinkle them liberally with salt and pepper.
- Brush both sides of the polenta rounds with 1 tablespoon of extra-virgin olive oil. Sprinkle liberally with salt and pepper.
- Arrange the skewered tomatoes on the hot grill and cook, turning occasionally, until they are lightly charred in spots and have started to burst, 12 to 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, arrange the polenta on the grill and cook until lightly charred with distinct grill marks, about 5 minutes per side, flipping once using a flat metal spatula. (Be careful not to flip the polenta too early because it will stick to the grill if it is not ready.) Remove from the heat and reserve.
- Toss the shrimp with the remaining 2 tablespoons oil and sprinkle liberally with salt and pepper. Grill until lightly charred in spots on both sides and just cooked through, 2 to 3 minutes total. Remove from the heat and reserve.
- By this time, the grape tomatoes should be ready to take off the grill as well. Carefully remove the tomatoes from the skewers and place directly into a small bowl. Use the back of a pair of tongs or a spoon to lightly smash the tomatoes so that they release their juices.
- Place 3 pieces of polenta on each plate. In the center of the polenta, spoon a quarter of the tomatoes along with their juices, one quarter of the shrimp and a large dollop of the reserved butter mixture (if it doesn't melt, touch the business end of a pair of tongs to the grill, and then to the butter to finish melting). Garnish with the reserved parsley and wedges of lemon for squeezing on top of each serving.
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CHEESY POLENTA AND SHRIMP RECIPE
This cheesy polenta and shrimp will take your holiday entertaining up another notch! It's an easy recipe that will make any dinner guest ask for more.
Provided by Jana
Categories Main Course
Time 55m
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- In a deep cooking pan, over medium heat, warm up the olive oil. Add onions and garlic and saute until it is translucent (about 5 mins).
- Add cumin, paprika, salt, cayenne pepper and tomato paste and stir. Add chopped tomatoes and jalapenos and cover skillet with lid and cook for 5 minutes to let the flavors mix.
- Add broth, stir it and cover with lid. Cook for 5 minutes.
- Add shrimp and stir. Cover with lid and cook for 10-15 minutes or until shrimp is no longer grey - it should look a light pink/salmon color.
- Add cilantro and mix. Remove from heat.
- Boil the water and salt.
- Reduce the heat. Pour the polenta in gradually while whisking. Continue whisking until polenta is a thick paste and water is absorbed by the corn grits.
- Add heavy cream, butter, black pepper and Cache Valley® Four Cheese Mexican and continue to whisk until smooth and the cream is absorbed.
- Add salt and pepper to taste and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 531 kcal, Carbohydrate 36 g, Protein 34 g, Fat 27 g, SaturatedFat 15 g, Cholesterol 364 mg, Sodium 2003 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving
VOODOO PASTA
If you like Cajun/Creole flavor, this recipe is for you! It is a super easy and delicious, spicy Cajun creamy pasta dish!. We make this at least once a week, it's that good! The recipe is very flexible, try substituting chicken or shrimp for the sausage! Everytime we make this for company, they beg for the recipe! Serve with garlic bread and a salad and you have a great meal!
Provided by ChaseNNJ
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 25m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cook fettuccine noodles as directed on package.
- In a large non stick skillet add the sausage, green pepper and onion. Sprinkle with the blackening seasoning and stir.
- Cook in skillet on medium-high heat until browned.
- Add the Alfredo sauce and Tabasco.
- Reduce heat to medium and simmer until sauce is hot, stirring occasionally.
- Pour sausage and vegetables over pasta.
- Toss until coated.
- Serve with garlic bread and salad! Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 705.5, Fat 34.9, SaturatedFat 11, Cholesterol 155.4, Sodium 980.8, Carbohydrate 68.6, Fiber 1, Sugar 3, Protein 27.5
WHITE CHEDDAR AND JALAPENO POLENTA
Also try using different types and boldness variations of Cheddar, or sub Monterrey Jack or a mixture thereof. Those shredded Mexican/Taco cheese packages work well too. I use lots of jalapenos!!! Sometimes I add cayenne as well. If you want a milder version, remove the seeds of the jalapenos before you cut them. But try to use as much peppers as you can stand as it really gives it more dimension. Check your local gourmet market for milder peppers as well if you are sensitive to the heat.
Provided by GoldsmithLissa
Categories Grains
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Bring stock to boil in large pot over high heat.
- Whisk in polenta in a steady stream and decrease heat to medium.
- Cook, stirring with a wooden spoon, constantly until mixture begins to thicken, approximately 10 minutes or till thickened.
- Add cheese and peppers. Cook 2 minutes.
- Stir in butter and salt and pepper to taste.
- Remove from heat and adjust consistency by thinning with more stock if needed.
SAUTEED SHRIMP OVER POLENTA
Red peppers, plum tomatoes, onion, sauteed shrimp... simple, succulent, and flavorful over creamy polenta. Sprinkle additional Parmesan on top if desired.
Provided by Mary Young
Categories Side Dish Grain Side Dish Recipes Polenta Recipes
Time 50m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat 2 cups chicken stock and half-and-half until nearly boiling. Add polenta and stir constantly until no clumps remain, 3 to 4 minutes. Reduce heat and simmer until tender and thickened, 20 to 30 minutes. Add additional stock or water if polenta is too thick.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add tomatoes, bell pepper, onion, and garlic. Saute for 3 to 5 minutes. Add 1/2 cup chicken stock, oregano, thyme, and ancho chile powder. Simmer until vegetables reach desired texture, 3 to 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, stir Parmesan cheese into the polenta. Add shrimp to the vegetable mixture; cook until pink and heated through, 3 to 5 minutes more. Spoon polenta onto serving plates and top with shrimp mixture.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 406 calories, Carbohydrate 42.5 g, Cholesterol 142.6 mg, Fat 15 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 25.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 1165.7 mg, Sugar 8 g
Tips:
- Ensure shrimp is fresh: Using fresh shrimp is essential for the best flavor and texture. If frozen shrimp is used, thaw it properly in the refrigerator overnight or under cold running water.
- Clean and devein shrimp: Cleaning and deveining shrimp removes the digestive tract, which can have a bitter taste. It also makes the shrimp more visually appealing.
- Marinate shrimp: Marinating the shrimp in the sauce before cooking helps infuse it with flavor and makes it more tender and juicy.
- Cook shrimp properly: Shrimp cooks very quickly, so it's important not to overcook it. Overcooked shrimp becomes tough and rubbery.
- Make polenta ahead of time: Polenta can be made ahead of time and reheated when ready to serve. This saves time and makes the recipe easier to prepare.
- Use good quality cheese: The type of cheese used in the polenta makes a big difference in the flavor. Use a good quality cheese that melts well, such as cheddar, mozzarella, or Parmesan.
- Season polenta well: Don't forget to season the polenta with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with fresh herbs: Fresh herbs, such as parsley or cilantro, add a nice pop of color and flavor to the dish.
Conclusion:
Voodoo shrimp over cheesy jalapeño polenta is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a party or a weeknight dinner. The combination of spicy shrimp and creamy polenta is irresistible, and the jalapeños add a nice kick of heat. With a few simple tips, you can make this dish at home and impress your friends and family.
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