Blackened Shrimp with Pomegranate-Orange Salsa

Name: Blackened Shrimp with Pomegranate-Orange Salsa
Yield: 12 servings (serving size: 3 shrimp and 1/4 cup salsa)
Ingredients: Salsa:; 2 cups pomegranate seeds (about 4 pomegranates); 1 cup finely chopped orange sections (about 2 oranges); ⅓ cup chopped green onions; 2 tablespoons minced seeded jalapeño pepper; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro; ¼ teaspoon salt; Shrimp:; 1 tablespoon paprika; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; ¾ teaspoon dried thyme; ¾ teaspoon ground red pepper; ½ teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon ground allspice; 36 large shrimp, peeled and deveined (about 1 1/2 pounds); 5 teaspoons olive oil, divided

7 Ratings
6 Reviews

The jewel-toned salsa features fresh seasonal fruit and serves as a fitting complement to the shrimp, which is heavily seasoned. It also makes a nice accompaniment to grilled chicken breasts.

Recipe by Cooking Light December 2004

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Credit: Karry Hosford

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Yield:

12 servings (serving size: 3 shrimp and 1/4 cup salsa)

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Directions

Step 1
To prepare salsa, combine the first 6 ingredients.

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Step 2
To prepare shrimp, combine paprika and the next 7 ingredients (through allspice) in a large zip-top plastic bag. Add shrimp to bag; seal and shake well to coat. Remove shrimp from bag.
Step 3
Heat 2 1/2 teaspoons oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add half of shrimp mixture; cook 2 minutes on each side or until done. Remove from pan. Repeat procedure with remaining 2 1/2 teaspoons oil and remaining shrimp mixture. Serve warm with salsa.

Nutrition Facts

Per Serving:

127 calories; calories from fat 23%; fat 3.2g; saturated fat 0.5g; mono fat 1.6g; poly fat 0.7g; protein 12.4g; carbohydrates 12.6g; fiber 1.3g; cholesterol 86mg; iron 1.9mg; sodium 235mg; calcium 45mg.

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ajvinande

11/26/2013

Very healthy & tasty!! My husband & I enjoy spicy food but thought the combination of spicy shrimp salsa was a bit much. You can hold off on the jalapeno in the salsa to help balance out the flavors.

Willwork4food

02/01/2013

I just followed the recipe for the shrimp. Only had black beans, avocado, and peaches. Added a squirt of fresh lime and cilantro. Still super delish!

marybeth123

01/26/2013

I have made this many times over the years. It is beautiful and so flavorful. I use a prepared blackened redfish magic seasoning and make the salsa as directed but with blood oranges while they are in season.

mrsgordo75

12/03/2010

This recipe was really wonderful! Spicy, but very flavorful. We loved it and it's a keeper.

kraescott

12/27/2009

I prepared this as an entree and was met with rave reviews. I served the shrimp and salsa over basmati rice, and it made the meal complete. It was amazing to have so much flavor in a dish without a drop of sauce in sight. This one is a keeper...it can make the most novice cook look like a pro!

cjmelt76

10/04/2009

Made exactly as directed - excellent!

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