Stuffed Shrimp with Lemon-Pomegranate Glaze

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
4%
Stuffed Shrimp with Lemon-Pomegranate Glaze
45 min.
12
124kcal

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Indulge in a culinary delight with our Stuffed Shrimp with Lemon-Pomegranate Glaze, a dish that perfectly balances flavor and elegance. This gluten-free and dairy-free recipe is not only a feast for the eyes but also a treat for the palate, making it an ideal choice for antipasti, starters, or even a sophisticated snack. With just 45 minutes of preparation, you can impress your guests with a dish that serves 12, ensuring everyone gets to savor the deliciousness.

The star of this recipe is the succulent jumbo shrimp, which are carefully stuffed with a savory mixture of skinless, boneless chicken breast, aromatic spices, and fresh herbs. The addition of lemon juice and pomegranate molasses creates a vibrant glaze that enhances the natural sweetness of the shrimp while adding a zesty kick. Each bite is a harmonious blend of flavors, from the warmth of ground cumin and coriander to the refreshing notes of cilantro and mint.

Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply looking to elevate your appetizer game, these stuffed shrimp are sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Serve them alongside the reserved dipping sauce for an extra burst of flavor, and don’t forget to garnish with fresh cilantro sprigs for that perfect finishing touch. Dive into this delightful dish and let your taste buds embark on a flavorful journey!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • tablespoon cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  • 0.3 teaspoon ginger fresh grated peeled
  • tablespoon mint leaves fresh chopped
  •  garlic clove minced
  •  garlic clove minced
  • teaspoon ground coriander 
  • teaspoon ground cumin 
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground pepper red
  • 0.5 teaspoon turmeric 
  • tablespoon paprika sweet
  • 1.5 pounds shrimp unpeeled
  • 0.3 cup juice of lemon fresh
  • 1.5 teaspoons lemon zest grated
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • 0.5 cup onion finely chopped
  • tablespoons pomegranate molasses 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.8 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.8 pound chicken breast boneless skinless
  • teaspoons tomato paste 

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • whisk

Directions

  1. To prepare sauce, combine first 7 ingredients, stirring with a whisk.
  2. Remove 2 tablespoons sauce; set aside. Reserve remaining sauce for dipping.
  3. Preheat oven to 42
  4. To prepare shrimp, peel and devein shrimp, leaving tails intact.
  5. Cook chopped onion in boiling water for 2 minutes or until tender.
  6. Drain and rinse with cold water; drain.
  7. Place onion in a large bowl.
  8. Place chicken in a food processor; process until coarsely chopped.
  9. Add chicken, paprika, and next 11 ingredients (paprika through 2 garlic cloves) to onion; stir well.
  10. Place the shrimp in a single layer on a large baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Arrange shrimp on their sides, so that each forms a "C" shape. Spoon a heaping tablespoon of chicken mixture into the center of each shrimp. Gently press the chicken mixture until it touches sides of shrimp.
  11. Brush shrimp with 2 tablespoons sauce.
  12. Bake at 425 for 10 minutes or until shrimp are done and stuffing is firm.
  13. Serve with remaining 1/2 cup sauce.
  14. Garnish with cilantro sprigs, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories124kcal
Protein46.38%
Fat37.04%
Carbs16.58%

Properties

Glycemic Index
25
Glycemic Load
0.32
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
8.301739083684%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.46mg
Hesperetin
1.02mg
Naringenin
0.09mg
Apigenin
0.03mg
Luteolin
0.06mg
Isorhamnetin
0.33mg
Kaempferol
0.05mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
1.41mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:123.57kcal
6.18%
Fat:5g
7.7%
Saturated Fat:0.74g
4.62%
Carbohydrates:5.04g
1.68%
Net Carbohydrates:4.44g
1.61%
Sugar:2.42g
2.68%
Cholesterol:89.58mg
29.86%
Sodium:556.99mg
24.22%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:14.1g
28.2%
Selenium:26.16µg
37.37%
Phosphorus:206.59mg
20.66%
Vitamin B3:4.1mg
20.51%
Vitamin B6:0.34mg
17.17%
Vitamin B12:0.69µg
11.43%
Vitamin E:1.55mg
10.36%
Vitamin A:453.95IU
9.08%
Copper:0.13mg
6.59%
Potassium:225.01mg
6.43%
Vitamin B5:0.62mg
6.22%
Magnesium:24.56mg
6.14%
Vitamin C:4.48mg
5.43%
Zinc:0.8mg
5.32%
Manganese:0.09mg
4.63%
Calcium:42.06mg
4.21%
Folate:15.6µg
3.9%
Iron:0.64mg
3.57%
Vitamin K:3.32µg
3.16%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
3.08%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.7%
Fiber:0.6g
2.41%
Source:My Recipes