Oven-Ready
Shrimp and Couscous Pilaf
with tzatziki crema and almonds
Prep & Cook Time: 30-40 min.
Spice Level: Medium
Cook Within: 3 days
Contains: Tree Nuts (Almonds), Shellfish (Shrimp), Milk, Wheat
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Chef
Rachel Post
Still want the great flavors and delicious dinners you've come to expect from Home Chef, but a fraction of the time and barely any work? These oven-ready offerings were made with you in mind. Just follow the assembly instructions, pop it in the oven, and voila! It's like you worked over a hot stove for hours (we'll keep your secret.)
In Your Box (serves 4)
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16 oz. Shrimp
- 10 oz. Diced Carrots
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1½ cups Pearl Couscous
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2 oz. Tzatziki Cup
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2 oz. Creme Fraiche
- 4 tsp. Mirepoix Broth Concentrate
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¾ oz. Roasted Garlic & Herb Butter
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½ oz. Roasted Sliced Almonds
- 2 tsp. Portuguese Piri Piri Blend
- ⅕ oz. Chimichurri Seasoning
Due to our just-in-time sourcing model, we may have to send you a substitute ingredient. Not to worry! We make sure every ingredient sent to you meets our high quality standards. We’ll keep you informed should a switch occur, so please check the ingredient labels in your meal bag.
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Nutrition (per serving) bO9rnn3n
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Calories430
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Carbohydrates51g
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Net Carbs47g
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Fat14g
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Protein18g
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Sodium1900mg
Recipe Steps
You Will Need
- Olive Oil
- Salt
- Pepper
- 1 Mixing Bowl
- 1 Microwave-Safe Bowl
- 1 Microwave
Before You Cook
Cooking Guidelines
To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures:
- Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) |
- Seafood 145° F |
- Chicken 165° F |
- Ground Beef 160° F |
- Ground Turkey 165° F |
- Ground Pork 160° F
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1 Start the Couscous Mixture
Place carrots and 1 tsp. water in a microwave-safe bowl. Cover with a damp paper towel.
Microwave covered until slightly tender, 3-5 minutes.Carefully remove from microwave.Place microwaved carrots, couscous, 2 cups water, mirepoix base, piri piri seasoning (use less if spice-averse), 1/4 tsp. salt, and a pinch of pepper in one provided tray.Bake uncovered in hot oven, 10 minutes.While couscous mixture bakes, continue recipe. -
2 Make Tzatziki Crema and Prepare Shrimp
In a mixing bowl, combine creme fraiche and tzatziki. Set aside.
Pat shrimp dry.In second provided tray, combine shrimp, 2 tsp. olive oil, and chimichurri seasoning. Spread into an even layer. -
3 Finish the Meal
After 10 minutes, carefully remove tray from oven and stir couscous. Tray will be hot! Use a utensil.
Bake both trays uncovered in hot oven until couscous is tender and shrimp reach a minimum internal temperature of 145 degrees, 20-25 minutes.Carefully remove both trays from oven and stir softened butter and 1/4 tsp. salt into couscous mixture.To serve, top couscous mixture with shrimp. Garnish with tzatziki crema and almonds. Bon appétit!
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