Fresh shrimp, sautéed in butter, garlic and herbs, is a classic bistro standby. In this recipe, baked tomatoes give the dish still more substance and bright color. Vine-ripened tomatoes provide the best flavor. If they are difficult to find, you might consider substituting a bed of steamed spinach in their place. Serve a crusty baguette alongside for sopping up all the delicious juices.
INGREDIENTS
4 tomatoes, about 1 1/2 pounds total weight
Salt and freshly ground pepper
6 tablespoons olive oil
1 lb medium-sized shrimp (prawns), peeled and deveined
1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic
1 tablespoon sherry vinegar
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Dash of cayenne pepper
DIRECTIONS
Preheat an oven to 450 degrees F.
Cut the tomatoes in half and place them, cut side up, in a shallow baking dish. Season to taste with salt and pepper and drizzle 2 tablespoons of the olive oil over the tops. Bake until cooked through but still firm, about 15 minutes.
About 3 minutes before the tomatoes are done, in a sauté pan over high heat, warm 1 tablespoon of the olive oil. Add the shrimp and salt and pepper to taste and sauté until pink and firm, 2-3 minutes.
Transfer the baked tomatoes to individual serving dishes. Place the sautéed shrimp on top of the tomatoes, dividing them evenly.
In a small saucepan over high heat, combine the garlic and the remaining 3 tablespoons olive oil and sauté until the garlic turns golden brown, about 1 minute.
Add the vinegar and deglaze the pan by stirring to dislodge any browned bits from the pan bottom, about 30 seconds. Immediately pour the contents of the saucepan equally over each serving. Sprinkle with the parsley and cayenne. Serve at once.
Recipe reprinted by permission of Weldon Owen. All rights reserved.
Nutrition Information Serves 4 - Facts Per Serving:
Calories:
343
Fat. Total:
23g
Carbohydrates, Total:
11g
Cholesterol:
172mg
Sodium:
185mg
Protein:
25g
Fiber:
2g
% Cal. from Fat:
60%
Fat, Saturated:
0g
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