Shrimp Scampi with Quick Preserved Lemon and Fennel on Polenta

Gluten Free
Health score
9%
Shrimp Scampi with Quick Preserved Lemon and Fennel on Polenta
70 min.
4
490kcal

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If you're looking to impress your guests with a delightful dish that's both satisfying and gluten-free, look no further than this Shrimp Scampi with Quick Preserved Lemon and Fennel served over creamy polenta. This harmonious blend of flavors and textures will elevate your dining experience and have everyone asking for seconds!

The key ingredient in this dish, succulent extra-large shrimp, are perfectly seared to retain their natural sweetness and tenderness. The addition of fresh fennel adds a unique anise flavor that pairs beautifully with the shrimp, while the vibrant plum tomatoes contribute a burst of freshness to the dish. And let's not forget the zing from the preserved lemon, which adds a refreshing brightness that ties everything together.

Piled on a bed of rich, creamy polenta, this meal embodies comfort and sophistication. The process of simmering polenta to that perfect creamy consistency is a labor of love, but the result is truly worth the effort. With a comforting texture and a mild flavor, polenta serves as the perfect canvas for the bold flavors of the shrimp and sauce.

This dish is not only delicious but also easy to prepare, making it an ideal choice for lunch, dinner, or even a special occasion. With its delightful combination of flavors and enticing presentation, you'll find that this Shrimp Scampi with Quick Preserved Lemon and Fennel is a dish that captivates the senses and leaves a lasting impression!

Ingredients

  • ounce bottled clam juice 
  • servings kosher salt 
  • cup fennel bulb fresh finely chopped
  • 0.5 cup cup heavy whipping cream 
  • tablespoons olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • 0.8 teaspoon hot sauce hot
  • 0.3 cup pernod 
  • 0.5 cup plum tomatoes finely chopped
  • 1.5 cups cornmeal (coarse cornmeal)
  • 0.3 cup shallots minced
  • 12 extra large shrimp deveined uncooked peeled per pound), , , butterflied, flattened
  • 2.3 cups water ()

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Bring clam juice, 2 1/4 cups water,and cream to boil in heavy large saucepanover medium-high heat. Gradually whiskin polenta. Reduce heat to medium-low.Simmer polenta until thick and tender,stirring constantly, 15 to 20 minutes.
  2. Add hotpepper sauce; season with salt and freshlyground pepper. Cover to keep warm (ifpolenta becomes firm, add 1/3 cup water andstir over low heat to loosen and rewarm).
  3. Heat oil in large skillet overmedium-high heat.
  4. Sprinkle shrimp on1 side with coarse salt and pepper.
  5. Addto skillet; sear 1 minute per side.
  6. Transfershrimp to plate.
  7. Add fennel, tomatoes,shallots, preserved lemon, and garlic. Sautéuntil fennel is tender, about 4 minutes.
  8. AddPernod; boil 1 minute.
  9. Add cream; boil1 minute. Return shrimp to skillet. Toss untiljust opaque in center, about 1 minute.
  10. Spoon polenta onto plates. Top withshrimp and sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Calories490kcal
Protein12.13%
Fat42.43%
Carbs45.44%

Properties

Glycemic Index
45.38
Glycemic Load
27.45
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
13.658260941505%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.23mg
Naringenin
0.2mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.03mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
0.22mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:490.09kcal
24.5%
Fat:21.55g
33.16%
Saturated Fat:8.49g
53.08%
Carbohydrates:51.93g
17.31%
Net Carbohydrates:44.6g
16.22%
Sugar:5.46g
6.07%
Cholesterol:81.92mg
27.31%
Sodium:333.14mg
14.48%
Alcohol:5.68g
100%
Alcohol %:2%
100%
Protein:13.86g
27.72%
Fiber:7.32g
29.29%
Manganese:0.53mg
26.67%
Phosphorus:247.65mg
24.77%
Vitamin B6:0.47mg
23.7%
Magnesium:89.55mg
22.39%
Vitamin K:21.46µg
20.43%
Copper:0.34mg
17.15%
Zinc:2.53mg
16.84%
Potassium:539.55mg
15.42%
Vitamin A:735.94IU
14.72%
Vitamin B1:0.21mg
14.26%
Iron:2.52mg
13.97%
Vitamin E:1.81mg
12.08%
Vitamin C:9.69mg
11.74%
Folate:39.65µg
9.91%
Vitamin B3:1.88mg
9.41%
Vitamin B2:0.13mg
7.7%
Selenium:4.92µg
7.02%
Calcium:68.7mg
6.87%
Vitamin B5:0.58mg
5.77%
Vitamin D:0.48µg
3.17%
Source:Epicurious