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Cilantro-Pumpkin Seed Shrimp

Cilantro-Pumpkin Seed Shrimp

Sauce:

1 bunch cilantro (trim large stems)

1/4 c. raw pepitas (pumpkin seeds, shelled)

1/4 c. grated parmesan or queso cojita

1 1/2 tsp. minced garlic

1/4 olive oil

Shrimp:

2 T. olive oil

24 jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails on

1/4 c. white wine

1 c. cream

salt and pepper

Sauce:
Puree everything to a pesto consistency.

Shrimp:
Heat the oil in a large pan. Add the shrimp and saute until opaque. Remove and keep warm. Deglaze the pan with wine and reduce for 1 minute.. Add the cream and reduce to a sauce-like consistency. Stir in 2-3 tablespoons of the pumpkin seed paste. Season with salt and pepper. Serve drizzled over the shrimp.

From: Texas Monthly
Posted By: "David Cook", zeb@austin.rr.com
Post Date: Mon, 1 Nov 1999

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