Jims Solo Shrimp And Mushroom Pilaf Recipes

STIR FRIED SHRIMP AND MUSHROOMS

Steps:

• Saute garlic in oil, in skillet or wok for 1 minute.
• Add shrimp, mushrooms and onions.
• Stirfry for 1 minute.
• Stir in broth.
• Cook 2 minutes longer, or until shrimp turn pink.
• Serve over rice.
• Garnish with lemon.

SKILLET SHRIMP WITH SPINACH AND MUSHROOMS

Steps:

• Cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling water until al dente, drain and return to pot.
• Add in the fresh spinach leaves; toss until the spinach leaves wilt; set aside.
• Melt about 2-3 tablespoons butter in a skillet over medium heat.
• Add in the sliced mushrooms; cook until the mushrooms release their moisture and are browned (about 8-10 minutes).
• Add in onion and saute for about 8 minutes or until softened, adding in the garlic the last 1-2 minutes of cooking.
• Add/stir in chicken broth and the white wine, increase heat to medium-high and cook stirring about 8-10 minutes, or until the mixture slightly thickens.
• Reduce heat to medium-low and add in the 6 ounces cream cheese with pinch of nutmeg; stir until smooth then season with lots of black pepper and salt to taste.
• Add in cooked shrimp and cook until heated through.
• Serve the cooked pasta with spinach in a large serving bowl and top with the creamed sauce; toss to combine.
• Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.

GARLIC SHRIMP AND MUSHROOMS

Steps:

• Preheat oven (or toaster oven) to 400°F
• Pat shrimp dry.
• In a large bowl, combine shrimp, mushrooms, oil, parsley, Parmesan, garlic, paprika, salt and pepper. Spoon into an 8" square baking dish or 2 quart casserole. Sprinkle breadcrumbs over mixture.
• Bake for 20-25 minutes until shrimp are pink and cooked. Stir once or twice during cooking.

SHRIMP PILAF

Steps:

• Melt 2 tablespoons of the butter in a deep, heavy 4-5 quart pan over medium heat; add shrimp and cook, stirring, until almost opaque throughout, about 3 to 4 minutes.
• Lift out and set aside (shrimp will get more cooking time later).
• Pour pan juices into a 1-quart measuring cup; add clam juice and enough water to make 2 1/2 cups, set aside.
• Melt remaining 1/4 cup butter in pan over medium heat; add onion and garlic, cook, stirring often, until onion is soft, about 5 minutes.
• Add rice and turmeric; cook, stirring for 2-3 minutes, add celery, salt, pepper and clam juice mixture.
• Reduce heat, cover and simmer until rice is almost tender to bite, about 15 minutes.
• With a fork, lightly mix tomatoes and peas into rice; scatter shrimp over top, cover and continue to cook until rice is tender to bite and liquid is absorbed, about 10 more minutes.
• Sprinkle with parsley.

SCALLOPS AND SHRIMP WITH MUSHROOMS

Steps:

• Season the scallops and shrimp with freshly ground pepper and set aside.
• In a 12 inch non-stick skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil until smoking.
• Place the scallops in and DO NOT move them.
• Allow them to cook until crisp and golden brown, unmoved on same side for 5 to 6 minutes.
• In a 14 inch saute pan, heat remaining olive oil over high heat until smoking.
• Add shallots and saute until softened, about 3 to 4 minutes.
• Slice the mushrooms into 1/4 inch slices and add them to the saute pan.
• Toss 3 to 4 minutes until softened.
• Add the shrimp.
• Add the vinegar and turn shrimp until they are pink.
• Then add the frisee or endive.
• Toss quickly, season with salt and pepper to taste, and divide among 2 dinner plates.
• Without turning the scallops, remove scallops and arrange 8 on each plate.
• Drizzle with olive oil and serve.