Bold Citrus Shrimp Recipes

CITRUS GARLIC SHRIMP

Steps:

• Cook linguine according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a blender, combine the next eight ingredients; cover and process until blended. Pour into a large skillet; bring to boil. Reduce heat, stir in the shrimp; simmer, uncovered for 3-4 minutes or until shrimp turn pink. , Drain linguine; toss with shrimp mixture. Sprinkle with cheese and parsley if desired.

CITRUS SHRIMP

Steps:

• In a blender or food processor, combine the orange juice and zest, lime juice and zest, olive oil, garlic and salt. Be careful with the salt - the shrimp really suck it up! Cover, and puree until smooth.
• Place shrimp in a bowl, and pour the citrus marinade over them. Let them marinate for 20 minutes at room temperature.
• Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the shrimp about 3 minutes per side, in batches if necessary, until opaque. Spoon a little of the marinade in with them for extra flavor while they cook if you like.

PAN-SEARED CITRUS SHRIMP RECIPE

Steps:

• In a medium bowl, whisk together the olive oil, orange juice, lemon juice, garlic, onion, 2 teaspoons of the parsley, and pinch of red pepper flakes. Pour the mixture into a large skillet set over medium heat. Bring to a simmer and cook until reduced by half, about 5 to 8 minutes.
• Add the shrimp, season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, cover, and cook until they turn pink, about 5 minutes.
• Top with the remaining parsley and serve with orange and lemon slices on the side.

SIZZLED GREEN BEANS WITH CRISPY PROSCIUTTO & PINE NUTS

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add beans, return to a boil, and simmer until crisp-tender, 3 to 4 minutes. Drain.
• Heat 1/2 teaspoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add prosciutto; cook, stirring, until crispy, 4 to 5 minutes. Drain on a paper towel.
• Wipe out the pan; heat the remaining 2 teaspoons oil over medium heat. Add the beans, garlic, sage, 1/8 teaspoon salt and several grinds of pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the beans are browned in places, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in pine nuts, lemon zest and the prosciutto. Season with lemon juice, the remaining 1/8 teaspoon salt and pepper.

GULF-STYLE CITRUS SHRIMP

Steps:

• Remove zest of lime and orange using citrus zester or fine grater. Juice lime; reserve 2 tablespoons juice. Juice orange; reserve juice.
• Melt 2 tablespoons butter in 10-inch skillet until sizzling; add green onions, cumin and pepper sauce. Cook over medium-high heat until onions are softened (1 to 2 minutes). Add shrimp; continue cooking until shrimp turn pink (2 to 3 minutes). Remove shrimp; set aside.
• Increase heat to high. Add reserved lime juice and orange juice to same skillet. Cook until mixture is reduced to 1/3 cup (4 to 5 minutes). Remove from heat. Stir in remaining butter, 1 tablespoon at a time. Stir in lime and orange zest and cilantro. Add shrimp; stir to coat.
• To serve, spoon shrimp mixture over hot cooked fettuccine.

SIZZLED CITRUS SHRIMP

Steps:

• Combine lemon juice, wine, 2 tsp oil and garlic in a medium bowl.
• Add shrimp and toss to coat.
• Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for 15 minutes, tossing occasionally.
• Drain well, reserving marinade.
• Heat 1 tsp oil in a 12-inch non stick skillet over medium-high heat.
• Add shrimp and cook, turning once, until barely pink, about 30 seconds per side; transfer to a plate.
• Add bay leaf, crushed red pepper and the reserved marinade to the pan; simmer for 4 minutes.
• Return the shrimp and any accumulated juices to the pan; heat through.
• Season with salt, sprinkle with parsley and serve immediately.
• About 4 servings- 3/4 cup each.

CRISPY SHRIMP WITH CITRUS GLAZE

Steps:

• For glaze:
• Bring all ingredients to boil in medium saucepan. Boil until slightly syrupy and reduced to 1 cup, about 12 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Remove from heat. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Rewarm over medium heat before using.)
• For shrimp:
• Place large rack on baking sheet. Whisk first 6 ingredients in medium bowl until well blended. Add shrimp; toss. Spread sesame seeds in pie dish. Dip shrimp into seeds, coating both sides. Place coated shrimp on rack.
• Heat oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add half of shrimp; sauté until golden outside and opaque in center, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer to plate. Repeat with remaining shrimp.
• Divide lettuce among 10 plates. Top with shrimp. Drizzle glaze over shrimp. Garnish with mint.

SPICY CITRUS SHRIMP

Steps:

• Mix 2 teaspoons orange-pineapple juice and the cornstarch; set aside.
• Mix 1/4 cup orange-pineapple juice, the sugar, black beans, vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil and chilies in 10-inch skillet or wok; heat to boiling. Add shrimp; stir-fry 3 to 5 minutes or until shrimp are pink and firm.
• Stir in cornstarch mixture. Cook and stir about 30 seconds or until thickened. Stir in onions.