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Saffron Shrimp And Stuffed Cherry Peppers Recipe


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Ingredients
  • 1/4 c milk
  •  Freshly ground pepper
  • 1/4 c heavy cream
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 c fresh corn kernels
  • 2 1/2 tbsps extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 3 tbsps grated Manchego cheese
  • 2 anchovy fillets, minced
  • 1 lb medium shrimp, shelled & deveined
  • 1/2 c dry white wine
  •  Kosher salt
  •  Large pinch of saffron threads
  • 2 small garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 c water
  • 16 mildly hot Italian red cherry peppers.

Directions
  • Step #1 MAKE THE SAFFRON SHRIMP: In a large saucepan, mix the wine, water & olive oil.
  • Step #2 Crumble in the saffron, add a pinch of salt & bring to a boil.
  • Step #3 Add the shrimp & let simmer over moderate heat for 2 mins.
  • Step #4 Transfer the shrimp to a shallow baking dish & let cool.
  • Step #5 Simmer the cooking liquid until reduced to 3/4 c, about 12 mins; let cool slightly.
  • Step #6 Stir in the anchovies & garlic & season this with salt & pepper.
  • Step #7 Pour the cooking liquid over the shrimp & put in the fridge for 2 to 3 hrs.
  • Step #8 MAKE THE STUFFED PEPPERS: Preheat the oven to 350°.
  • Step #9 Cut the tops off the cherry peppers & reserve; remove the seeds & membranes.
  • Step #10 Salt the insides of the peppers & turn upside down to drain for 10 mins.
  • Step #11 In a small saucepan, boil the corn kernels in water until almost tender, about 3 mins; drain.
  • Step #12 In a bowl, whisk the whole egg with the yolk & 1/2 tsp of salt.
  • Step #13 Whisk in the cream & milk, then whisk in the grated cheese.
  • Step #14 On a baking sheet, add a tsp of the corn to each pepper, then fill with the custard.
  • Step #15 Bake for 30 mins, or until set.
  • Step #16 Serve warm with the shrimp.
  • Step #17 Serve With: Serve with Manchego cheese, green olives, Serrano ham & bread.
  • Enjoy the Saffron Shrimp & Stuffed Cherry Peppers recipe

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