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Sauteed Shrimp
Servings = 2 | Serving size =4 ounces shrimp
This recipe can be multiplied by 3.
This recipe can be used for leftovers in sandwiches, on top of salads or to make a shrimp salad.
Serve with Romano Grits
AND
Serve with Sauteed Spinach
| 2 Tbsp | Promise Buttery Spread Light |
| 1 tsp | fresh thyme |
| 2 tsp | olive oil |
| 2 cloves | garlic |
| 1 large | shallot |
| 8 ounces | large shrimp (peeled and deveined) |
| 1/4 tsp | salt |
| fresh ground black pepper | |
| pinch cayenne pepper | |
| 1 Tbsp | fresh lemon juice |
| 1/4 cups | beer |
| 4 ounces | fresh spinach |
| 4 ounces | arugula |
Place the olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and cook for about one minute and then add the shallot. Cook for another minute tossing well.
Add the shrimp.
Add the salt, pepper to taste and cayenne pepper. Toss with the shrimp and cook for about 30 seconds.
Add the lemon juice and toss until the shrimp is well coated. Cook for about 30 seconds.
Add the beer and fresh thyme. Cook for about one minute tossing frequently.
Add the light spread and toss, cooking for about 30 seconds while it melts.
Serve over Romano Grits.
Place the empty pan on the medium-high heat and add the greens. Cook for about one – two minutes until about half wilted. Serve with the shrimp and grits.
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 4 ounces shrimp | Servings 2
Calories 260 | Calories from Fat 110
Amount Per Serving (% Daily Value)
Total Fat 12g (19%) | Saturated Fat 3g (13%)
Monounsaturated Fat 6g | Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 173 mg (56 %) | Sodium 612 mg (26 %)
Total Carbohydrates 9g (3%) | Sugars 2g
Dietary Fiber 2g (10%) | Protein 27g
Vitamin A 158% | Vitamin C 54 % | Calcium 22% | Iron 30%
Vitamin K 345 mcg | Potassium 802 mg | Magnesium 119 mg
"It is a hard matter, my fellow citizens, to argue with the belly, since it has no ears."
-Plutarch, Greek philosopher
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Combinations of fats like this work great to make a rich sauce. The olive oil is great for sautéing the shallots, garlic and shrimp while the light spread completes the rich flavor without adding too much fat.