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Romesco Grilled Shrimp with Whipped Herb Ricotta

Romesco Grilled Shrimp with Whipped Herb Ricotta

Takes , serves 8.

Ingredients

  • Wellington Crackers
  • HERB RICOTTA:
  • 1 C ricotta cheese
  • 1/2 C chopped fresh herbs basil, parsley
  • 1 tsp chopped garlic
  • Salt & Pepper to taste
  • ROMESCO SAUCE:
  • 1/2 C olive oil
  • 1/4 C sliced almonds
  • 2 tsp chopped garlic
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 2 tsp tomato paste
  • 16 oz roasted peppers 1 jar drained
  • 1 tbsp sherry vinegar
  • SHRIMP:
  • 1 1/2 lb raw shrimp medium-sized, peeled & deveined
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • Salt & Pepper to taste

Instructions

HERB WHIPPED RICOTTA
Combine in a food processor and whip until smooth & light

ROMESCO SAUCE
  1. Saute almonds in olive oil over medium heat for 3 minutes, add garlic, paprika, tomato paste, and roasted peppers.
  2. Simmer 5 minutes.
  3. Cool slightly then blend in a food processor.

SHRIMP
Combine all ingredients and grill shrimp 2 minutes per side – or pan-sear or broil.

PLATE AND ASSEMBLE
  1. Plate herb spread, romesco sauce, and grilled shrimp on a serving platter or in individual bowls.
  2. Serve with Wellington crackers.
  3. On a Wellington Cracker spread on some herb mixture, then a spoonful of romesco sauce, then a grilled shrimp and a sprig of fresh herb for garnish.

By: Sara @afoodloverslife