No. 1 : Quick Recipe
Sticky Sriracha Shrimp Fajitas
2 LBs Large Shrimp, Grilled (or Roasted in a 400F oven) with Olive Oil, Sea Salt and Pepper
Sticky Glaze
- 1 Fresh Jalapeño (Red or Green), Stemmed and Seeded
- 2 Garlic Cloves
- 1 Tsp Turmeric
- 1/2 Tsp Black Pepper
- 1 Tsp Red Pepper FlakesÂ
- 1/4 Cup Dark Brown SugarÂ
- 3 TB Rice Wine VinegarÂ
- 1/2 Tsp Sea Salt
- 2 TB Sriracha
- 3/4 Cup Honey
Toasted Sesame Seeds and Thinly Sliced Green Onion for Garnish if desired
Step One
In a Blender or Food Processor, add the jalapeno, garlic, turmeric, peppers and brown sugar and chop finely. Place the jalapeno mixture with the vinegar, salt, Sriracha and honey in a pan on the stove. Bring to a boil, and remove from the heat.
Step Two
Shell the shrimp and scatter them on a platter. Pour on the warm Sticky Glaze. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and onions and serve the up with tortillas and sides like the ones below.
No. 2 : Kitchen SCOOP
Fajita stuffings are your choice, but some yummy ideas: Shredded Napa cabbage, black beans, nonfat Greek yogurt mixed with a little fresh lime juice, grilled or roasted red onions, carrots and sweet peppers tossed with shredded kale, (toss while the veggies are warm), homemade salsa made with fresh tomatoes, jalepenos and grated garlic. Of course, there’s always Guacamole…
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No. 3 : Clever Idea
Best Ever Guacamole
- 4 Ripe Haas Avocados
- 2 TB Finely Chopped Tomatoes
- 1 Tsp Minced Red Onion
- 1 Finely Chopped Jalepeno
- 2 Cloves Garlic, Grated
- 1/4 Cup Finely Chopped Cilantro
- Sea Salt to Taste
- 1 Cup Grated Cheddar Cheese
Halve, peel and pit the avocados and mash with the tomatoes, onion, jalapeno, garlic and cilantro. Salt to taste and spread on a large platter. Sprinkle with the cheese and serve with the shrimp and sides of your choice.
No. 4 : CHEERS
Las Colinas del Ebro Garnacha Blanca
Catalunya, Spain
About $12.00
This light and crisp white is made from Garnacha, a grape often claimed by the French, (Grenache) but one that isÂ
actually from Spain. This one is full of spicy fruit flavors of peaches, apples and pears, but finishes clean and dry. Don’t miss this affordable wine bargain – its a great quaffer to share with family and friends and a super pair with the shrimp fajitas!