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Summertime Shrimp Fajitas with Lime Crema

Shrimp Fajitas hmmmm are so good. The sound of fajitas sizzling in a skillet is the stuff of dreams. Especially when they’re shrimp fajitas! Sweet shrimp are delicious when loaded into a warm tortilla along with sautéed onions and poblano peppers. A tangy lime crema and fresh chopped cilantro complete the perfect bite.

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Summer time can be tricky, in terms of eating food. When it is hot outside you try to avoid heavy foods that are full of carbs that will slow you down. Also you don’t want to spend a lot of time in front of a stove. Or have the oven heating your house while you are baking. Shrimp Fajitas are the perfect summer dish for those hot summer days.

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Shrimp Fajitas Recipe

The first step to creating the summertime dish is to prep the ingredients. First we take the onion and halve and thinly slice lengthwise. Next take your Poblano Pepper cut in half. Make sure to remove the stem and seeds, then thinly slice. Finely chop cilantro leaves and stems together. Now that the hard part is over we move onto seasoning the shrimp.

I like to use frozen shrimp, it’s cheaper and most of the work is already done. Defrost shrimp and pat dry. Take a medium bowl, and toss the shrimp with 1 teaspoon oil and 1¼ teaspoons taco seasoning.

Key to the perfect Shrimp Fajitas

The key to amazing Shrimp Fajitas is a sneaky little part of the recipe: it’s toasting the tortillas and making the crema. Heat a large skillet over high. Add 1 tortilla at a time to the skillet and toast on one side until warm, about 30 seconds. Make sure to watch it closely because you don’t want to make the tortilla too crispy. Transfer to a large sheet of foil, stacking and wrapping to keep warm as you toast remaining tortillas.

The part B to the to amazing Fajitas is making the lime crema. In a small bowl, combine all of the sour cream, 1½ teaspoons oil, and 3 teaspoons lime juice. Make sure to season to taste with salt and pepper.

Once you are done with warming the tortillas it’s time to cook the onions & peppers. Add some more oil to the same pan. Add peppers and cook for about 2 minutes. Next add onions and ½ teaspoon taco seasoning. Make sure to, stirring frequently you don’t want anything to burn. You will know that the onions are beginning to brown and peppers are crisp-tender, about 5 minutes.

Finally we cook the shrimp and corn. Add shrimp, corn, 2 tablespoons water, and half of the chopped cilantro to the skillet. Cook, stirring, until shrimp are curled and firm and corn is tender, 3–4 minutes. Remove from heat and season to taste with salt and pepper. Now you have summer time Shrimp Fajitas.

Tips for cooking shrimp

HOW TO DEFROST SHRIMP

There are two ways to thaw shrimp safely: 1) Slowly in the fridge for about 24 hours per pound. 2) Quickly in a colander in the sink under cold running water. Never at room temperature. Never in warm water. RELATED RECIPE:  Red Pepper and Shrimp Sauté with Couscous and Herb Vinaigrette

HOW LONG TO MARINATE SHRIMP

Depends on the marinade. If it’s acidic (lemon, lime, orange, etc.), 30 minutes or less should be fine. Any more than that and the acid will start to break down the delicate shrimp meat and make it mushy. If your marinade is non-acidic (olive oil, garlic, herbs) you could marinate for an hour or more. In either case, marinate in the fridge until you’re ready to get cooking.

Shrimp Fajitas with Poblano Peppers & Lime Crema

The sound of fajitas sizzling in a skillet is the stuff of dreams. Especially when they're shrimp fajitas! Sweet shrimp are delicious when loaded into a warm tortilla along with sautéed onions and poblano peppers.

  • 1 lime
  • 2 pkts sour cream
  • 5 oz corn
  • 6 6-inch flour tortillas
  • taco seasoning (use ¾ tsp)
  • 10 oz shrimp
  • ¼ oz fresh cilantro
  • 1 poblano pepper
  • 1 medium yellow onion
  • kosher salt & ground pepper
  • neutral oil
  1. Prep ingredients: Halve and thinly slice all of the onion lengthwise. Halve poblano pepper, remove stem and seeds, then thinly slice. Finely chop cilantro leaves and stems together.
  2. Season shrimp: Pat shrimp dry. In a medium bowl, toss shrimp with 1 teaspoon oil and 1¼ teaspoons taco seasoning (save rest for step 4).
  3. Toast tortillas: Heat a large skillet over medium-high. Add 1 tortilla at a time to the skillet and toast on one side until warm, about 30 seconds. Transfer to a large sheet of foil, stacking and wrapping to keep warm as you toast remaining tortillas.
  4. Cook onions & peppers: Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in the same skillet over medium-high. Add peppers and cook, stirring, about 2 minutes. Add onions and ½ teaspoon taco seasoning. Cook, stirring frequently, until onions are beginning to brown and peppers are crisp-tender, about 5 minutes.
  5. Add shrimp & corn: Add shrimp, corn, 2 tablespoons water, and half of the chopped cilantro to skillet. Cook, stirring, until shrimp are curled and firm and corn is tender, 3–4 minutes. Remove from heat. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  6. Make lime crema & serve: In a small bowl, combine all of the sour cream, 1½ teaspoons oil, and 2 teaspoons lime juice. (Add 1 tablespoons water if needed to loosen.) Season to taste with salt and pepper. Cut any remaining lime into wedges. Serve shrimp and veggies in tortillas with lime crema and remaining chopped cilantro over top. Serve with any lime wedges on the side.

NUTRITION PER SERVING
Calories 740kcal, Fat 35.0g, Proteins 33.0g, Carbs 77.0g
ALLERGENS
Milk, Wheat and Shellfish. May contain traces of other allergens. Packaged in a facility that packages gluten containing products.

Salmon Provencal with Zucchini & Olives & Pinot Noir

Simple, clean, classic is the best way to describe this dish. Timeless Provencal-style dishes is considered the best of the Mediterranean. Served alongside zucchini, grape tomatoes, red onion, and briny Kalamata olives. The tasty salmon pan-roasted and squeeze of lemon and a few basil leaves.

What is this dish based on?

The Mediterranean diet has a long history of being  one of the healthiest diets. The history and tradition of the Mediterranean diet come from the historic eating and social traditions of the southern regions around Italy, Greece, Turkey and Spain.

Many people consider the Mediterranean diet a way of life. For thousands of years people living along the Mediterranean coast have indulged in a high-fiber diet. That include fruits vegetables, and including quality fats and proteins in small doses. This dish is ideal for the traditional food pyramid and a Mediterranean diet food pyramid they would look very similar.

Wine pairing

Pinot Noir and Freshwater Fish: Conventional wisdom is red wine with fish is a non starter, but that’s not always the case. Red wines have high tannin that makes the bites of fish taste like metal. Some red wines can be paired with specific types of fish, and actually strengthen the tastes from both the wine and the fish.

One red wine Pinot Noir has that ability. Pinot Noir is a light bodied red wine that is not as strong as many other varieties of red wine. Its lower amounts of tannins contribute to the idea that you can pair it with lighter foods such as seafood. The unique properties of Pinot Noir can be paired with almost anything. For fish, it’s best to go with a freshwater fish like salmon or trout that has dense, meaty flesh. Additionally, your fish dish should be on the heavy side served with a thick tomato or cream based sauce for maximum effect. With the right fish, the more complex flavors of a good Pinot Noir can be brought out mimicking the flavors of vanilla, clove, licorice and caramel.

TIPS FOR COOKING WITH SALMON:

Before you start cooking this meal here are some Tips about cooking Salmon that will take your meal to the next level.

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Make sure you do not season the fish too soon before cooking. Seasoning the fish with salt and pepper before cooking will add some great flavor, but it’s also important not to season your fish to early. When you season too soon before cooking, the salt will start to break down the proteins in the salmon and draw moisture out of the fish.

What temp should Salmon be cooked? When the salmon flakes easily with a fork, it’s ready. If you like, you can use an instant read thermometer to check the fish for doneness. The USDA recommends a minimum internal temperature of 145°F, which should be measured at the thickest part of the fillet. Serve immediately.

Salmon Provençal with Tomatoes

Simple, clean, classic is the best way to describe this dish. The flavors of Provençal-style dishes are considered timeless in the Mediterranean.

  • ¼ oz fresh basil
  • 1 oz Kalamata olives
  • 10 oz pkg salmon fillets
  • garlic (use 1 large clove)
  • 1 container grape tomatoes
  • 1 lemon
  • 1 zucchini
  • 1 medium red onion
  • kosher salt & ground pepper
  1. Prep ingredients: Preheat oven to 450°F with a rack in the upper third. Halve, peel, and cut all of the onion into ½-inch thick wedges through the root end. Trim ends from zucchini, then halve lengthwise and cut into ½-inch thick half-moons. Finely grate ¼ teaspoon lemon zest into a small bowl, then cut lemon into quarters.
  2. Roast vegetables: Transfer onions, zucchini, grape tomatoes, and 2 of the lemon quarters to a rimmed baking sheet (save remaining lemon for your own use); toss with 1 tablespoon oil and season with salt and pepper. Roast on upper oven rack until vegetables just tender, 10–12 minutes.
  3. Prep salmon: Peel and finely chop 1 teaspoon garlic. Pat salmon dry; season with salt and pepper. Into the small bowl with lemon zest, add half of the chopped garlic and 1 teaspoon oil, and stir to combine. Season with a pinch each of salt and pepper.
  4. Roast salmon: Transfer remaining chopped garlic to baking sheet, then stir with vegetables to combine. Transfer salmon, skin-side down, to the baking sheet, then spread lemon-garlic oil over top. Roast on upper oven rack until salmon is cooked through and opaque, about 8 minutes.
  5. Prep basil & olives: Meanwhile, coarsely chop olives, removing any pits, if necessary. Pick and coarsely chop basil leaves, discarding stems.
  6. Finish & serve: Transfer olives and basil to the baking sheet, stirring to combine with the vegetables. Using tongs, squeeze the roasted lemon wedges over the vegetables; season to taste with salt and pepper. Drizzle salmon and vegetables with a little olive oil, and serve.

ALLERGENS
Sulphur dioxide and sulphites and Fish. May contain traces of other allergens. Packaged in a facility that packages gluten containing products.

NUTRITION PER SERVING
Calories 490kcal, Fat 32.0g, Proteins 34.0g, Carbs 24.0g