5 from 10 votes
Sweet Corn Polenta with Shrimp
Sweet Corn Polenta with Shrimp combines creamy yellow cornmeal-polenta enriched with fresh corn kernels, butter, and cheese, topped with sautéed shrimp seasoned simply with garlic and smoked paprika. The polenta is cooked gently to avoid lumps and achieve a smooth yet thick texture. The grilled shrimp add a tender and flavorful contrast. This dish makes a fulfilling meal with a balance of sweet corn and savory seafood.
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings:
6
Calories:
403 kcal
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
Mediterranean
Ingredients
sweet corn polenta
- 2 cups milk whole
- 2 cups water
- 1 tsp salt plus more to taste
- 1 cup yellow cornmeal or instant polenta
- 3 ears corn kernels kernels removed, divided, about 3 cups
- 1 cup Italian cheese blend shredded
- 4 Tbsp butter
- parsley minced
shrimp
- 12 medium Shrimp a little over 1/2 pound
- 2 Tbsp butter
- 1 clove garlic minced
- salt
- smoked paprika
Instructions
- Bring the milk, water, salt, and 2 cups of corn kernels to a simmer in a heavy bottomed pot. Microwave the final cup of kernels for a minute and a half on high, and then set aside for garnish.
- While the pot is heating, melt the butter in a medium skillet and add the shrimp, garlic, and paprika, along with a pinch of salt. Sauté the shrimp, flipping once, just until it turns translucent and begins to curl. Set aside.
- Once you start to see steam rising from your pot, add the cornmeal in a light steady stream, while whisking constantly to avoid lumps. When all the cornmeal has been added, let the pot come to a bubble (still gently whisking!) and then turn down the heat to low and partially cover the pot to prevent splatters.
- Simmer very gently for about 3-5 minutes, stirring often. Turn off the heat and stir in the cheese and butter.
- Serve the hot polenta in bowls topped with the reserved corn and shrimp. Drizzle the pan juices over the shrimp and garnish with the reserved corn kernels, parsley and some fresh cracked pepper.
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Nutrition Information
Calories
403kcal
(20%)
Carbohydrates
33g
(11%)
Protein
19g
(38%)
Fat
23g
(35%)
Saturated Fat
13g
(65%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
(12%)
Monounsaturated Fat
6g
(30%)
Trans Fat
0.5g
(25%)
Cholesterol
120mg
(40%)
Sodium
682mg
(28%)
Potassium
424mg
(9%)
Fiber
4g
(16%)
Sugar
6g
(12%)
Vitamin A
787IU
(16%)
Vitamin C
3mg
(3%)
Calcium
267mg
(27%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 403
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 403kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 33g | 11% |
| Protein | 19g | 38% |
| Fat | 23g | 35% |
| Saturated Fat | 13g | 65% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 0.5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 120mg | 40% |
| Sodium | 682mg | 28% |
| Potassium | 424mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 787IU | 16% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 267mg | 27% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.