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Spinach-Pea Salad with Grilled Shrimp

Sweet, briny shrimp are lovely here–seared scallops would be, too. For a beautiful garnish, purchase edible flowers, separate the petals, and scatter them on top. Grilled whole-wheat pita makes wonderfully thin croutons; we like whole-wheat, but you can use white pita, too. Ingredients 1 cup shelled green peas (about 1 pound unshelled green peas) or […]

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Warm Pasta Salad with Shrimp

Toss warm pasta with the tangy dressing so it will absorb more flavor. If you prefer to serve this salad chilled, make it up to a day ahead, toss, and refrigerate until you’re ready to serve. Ingredients 3 cups uncooked farfalle (bow tie pasta) 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice 1 1/2 tablespoons Dijon mustard 1 […]

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Shrimp and Arugula Salad

The white balsamic won’t discolor the shrimp or bright veggies. For something a little sharper, substitute white wine vinegar. Ingredients 4 cups loosely packed baby arugula 1 cup (1/4 x 3-inch) julienne-cut red bell pepper 1/2 cup matchstick-cut carrot 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided 2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper […]

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Honey-Brined Grilled Shrimp

This is a dish that impresses, one you want your guests to see and taste. We use honey three ways here: We add it to the brine so the meat absorbs some sweetness, we toss it with the brined shrimp so its sugars allow the shrimp to develop a good char without overcooking, and we […]

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Shrimp with Grilled Citrus and Leek Relish

Drew Curren cooks both the shrimp and the relish on a grill at his Texas restaurant. If the weather is mild enough for you to grill, live-fire cooking makes this dish even more delicious, adding a hint of smoky flavor. Roll the citrus between your palm and the cutting board before slicing and juicing—it crushes […]

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Honey-Brined Grilled Shrimp

This is a dish that impresses, one you want your guests to see and taste. We use honey three ways here: We add it to the brine so the meat absorbs some sweetness, we toss it with the brined shrimp so its sugars allow the shrimp to develop a good char without overcooking, and we […]

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Citrus-Pickled Shrimp with Fennel and Potatoes

This heaped platter wouldn’t be out of place at a picnic on a hot day, but it’s so satisfying on winter nights, too. The shrimp picks up plenty of acid and heat with a gentle pickle of citrus, crushed red pepper, and garlic. The warm potatoes, crunchy fennel, and celery slices make it a meal. […]

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Shrimp Lo Mein

This 35-minute Asian recipe is so versatile. Simply, add your favorite fresh vegetables or more spices to customize the flavors to your liking. Ingredients 1/2 pound multigrain spaghetti 1 1/2 cups unsalted chicken stock 2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons lower-sodium soy sauce 1 teaspoon cornstarch 1 teaspoon dark sesame oil 1/2 teaspoon sugar 1/2 teaspoon […]

Chimichurri Shrimp

Ingredients 1 cup arugula leaves 1/2 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves 2 tablespoons chopped shallots 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper 1 garlic clove 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, divided Cooking spray 2 teaspoons canola oil 24 large shrimp, peeled and deveined (about 1 pound), tails on […]

Pasta with Shrimp in Tomato Cream

Ingredients 8 ounces fusilli pasta 2 tablespoons canola oil or extra-virgin olive oil 1 pound peeled and deveined medium shrimp 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided 3 garlic cloves, thinly sliced 3 green onions, thinly sliced (dark green slices kept separate) 1/2 cup dry vermouth 1/2 cup unsalted chicken […]