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Shrimp With Citrus Mojo Recipe

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Ingredients

3/4 tsp cumin seeds
1 tsp kosher salt
2 tbsps sherry vinegar
1/2 tsp finely grated orange zest
1/4 c plus 2 tbsps extra-virgin olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 c cilantro leaves, plus 2 tbsps sliced
2 tbsps vegetable oil
1 lb Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled & cut into 1-inch dice
SHRIMP:
1/2 to 1 whole Scotch bonnet or habanero chile, seeded & minced
3 tbsps fresh lime juice
1 tsp whole allspice berries
1/2 c fresh orange juice
1/4 c minced onion
Salt & freshly ground pepper
1 1/2 lbs medium shrimp, shelled & deveined
2 c fresh or frozen corn kernels
1/2 tsp freshly ground pepper
MOJO:
1/4 tsp saffron threads, crumbled

Directions

Step #1 MAKE THE MOJO: In a small skillet, toast the allspice berries & cumin seeds over moderate heat until fragrant, about 1 min.
Step #2 Transfer the spices to a plate to cool, then grind in a spice grinder or mortar.
Step #3 In a small bowl, lime juice, sherry vinegar, orange zest, orange juice, mix the spices with the onion, olive oil, garlic, chile, salt, pepper & saffron & set aside for 1 hr.
Step #4 MAKE THE SHRIMP: In a large saucepan of boiling salted water, cook the potatoes until just tender, about 5 mins.
Step #5 Using a slotted spoon, transfer the potatoes to a bowl.
Step #6 Add the corn to the saucepan & cook this until tender, about 3 mins.
Step #7 Drain the corn & add it to the potatoes.
Step #8 Wipe out the saucepan & heat the oil until shimmering.
Step #9 Add 1/2 c of the mojo & let simmer over moderate heat for 1 min.
Step #10 Add the shrimp & cook, turning once, until loosely curled, about 1 min.
Step #11 Transfer the shrimp to a plate.
Step #12 Add another 1/4 c of the mojo to the saucepan & bring to a simmer over moderate heat.
Step #13 Add the potatoes & corn & cook this until heated through.
Step #14 Stir in the sliced cilantro & season this with salt & pepper.
Step #15 Transfer to a platter & arrange the shrimp on top.
Step #16 Garnish with the cilantro leaves & serve, passing the extra mojo at the table.
Step #17 Make Ahead: The mojo can be put in the fridged overnight.
Step #18 Wine Recommendation: A light, acidic Italian Pinot Grigio will tame the hot pepper & echo the bright taste of citrus in the sauce.
Step #19 Try the 1998 Zemmer or the 1998 Campanile.
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