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Tasty Tomatillo Shrimp Recipe

This delightful recipe is easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Servings: 2 -4 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

  • ½ pound pasilla or poblano chilis , seeded and chopped
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 6 cloves garlic , minced
  • ½ pound tomatillos , husked, rinsed and quartered
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt plus extra for the shrimp
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 1 pound large shrimp
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
  • ½ cup fresh cilantro leaves

Instructions

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  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add chilies and half of the garlic and cook until chilis soften or about 5 minutes. Add the tomatillos and 1 teaspoon of salt. Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook, stirring occasionally until the tomatillos start to break down or for about 8-10 minutes.
  2. Transfer the tomatillo mixture to a blender and puree. Set aside.
  3. Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add the shrimp, salt and pepper and the remaining garlic. Cook for about 2 minutes or until the garlic becomes fragrant. Add the tomatillo sauce and saute for 2 more minutes or until the shrimp barely become opaque. Serve with sprinkled cilantro leaves.

Notes

  • adapted from Oprah magazine