Meal Kit
Shrimp Fajita Risotto
with cilantro and cheese
Prep & Cook Time: 45-55 min.
Spice Level: Mild
Cook Within: 3 days
Contains: Shellfish (Shrimp), Milk
Chef
Patrick Le Beau
Mexican risotto? What has fusion come to? It's come here, where the great flavors of sweetness, spice, and cilantro are melded with creamy, creamy rice to make a dinner that speaks two languages and probably has read more books than you. Just get your stirring arm ready, and your tastebuds primed. Tip: Want to get the most juice out of your lime? Before cutting, microwave the lime for 15-20 seconds to "soften" the fruit. Then, gently roll the softened fruit on your work surface while pressing on it with your palm. Finally, give yourself some serious mechanical advantage by placing a cut half in between the arms of a pair of tongs to make squeezing much easier.
In Your Box (serves 2)
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8 oz. Shrimp
- 1 Red Bell Pepper
- ¾ cup Arborio Rice
- 1 Onion
- 1 Lime
- 1 fl. oz. Red Enchilada Sauce
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1 oz. Shredded Mozzarella
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⅗ oz. Butter
- ¼ oz. Cilantro
- 2 tsp. Cajun Seasoning
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Nutrition (per serving) oOA8Wlqy
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Calories600
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Carbohydrates73g
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Net Carbs66g
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Fat23g
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Protein27g
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Sodium1620mg
Recipe Steps
You Will Need
- Olive Oil
- Salt
- Pepper
- 1 Medium Pot
- 1 Small Pot
- 1 Large Non-Stick Pan
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
Customize It Instructions
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If using 16 oz. shrimp, follow same instructions as 8 oz. shrimp, working in batches if necessary.
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If using flank steak, separate into a single layer, pat dry, and season with a pinch of pepper. Follow same instructions as shrimp in Step 4, stirring occasionally until no pink remains and steak reaches minimum internal temperature, 4-6 minutes. Rest, 3 minutes.
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If using diced chicken, follow same instructions as shrimp in Steps 1 and 4, stirring occasionally until chicken reaches minimum internal temperature, 5-7 minutes.
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1 Prepare the Ingredients
Stem, seed, remove ribs, and cut red bell pepper into 1/4" dice.
Coarsely chop cilantro (no need to stem).Halve lime. Cut one half into wedges and juice the other half.Halve and peel shallot. Cut halves into 1/4" dice.Pat shrimp dry, and season all over with a pinch of pepper. -
2 Cook the Vegetables
Place a large non-stick pan over medium heat and add 2 tsp. olive oil.
Add shallot, red bell pepper, and a pinch of pepper to hot pan. Stir occasionally until red bell pepper is softened and charred in places, 4-6 minutes.Remove from burner and transfer vegetables to a plate. Wipe pan clean and reserve. -
3 Start the Risotto
Place a medium pot over medium-high heat and add 2 tsp. olive oil. Add rice to hot pot. Stir occasionally until rice is toasted and opaque, 1-2 minutes.
Add 1 cup boiling water from small pot to pot with rice. Rice should just be covered by water. Stir often until nearly all water is absorbed.Add 1/2 cup boiling water and stir often again until nearly all water is absorbed. Repeat this process, stirring often, 18-20 minutes.Taste risotto as you cook, checking for tenderness. When rice has no more “bite” or crunch, it's done. There may be water left.Remove from burner. Cover and set aside. -
4 Cook the Shrimp
Return pan used to cook vegetables to medium-high heat and add 1 tsp. olive oil. Working in batches if necessary, add shrimp to hot pan and cook undisturbed until seared on one side, 2-3 minutes.
Flip, and cook until shrimp reaches a minimum internal temperature of 145 degrees, 1-2 minutes.Add butter, taco sauce, and 2 tsp. lime juice. Stir until butter is melted and shrimp are coated, 60-90 seconds.Remove from burner. -
5 Finish Risotto and Finish Dish
Return pot with risotto to medium heat and add vegetables. Stir occasionally until warmed through, 2-3 minutes.
Remove from burner. Stir in cheese (reserve a pinch for garnish), half the cilantro (reserve remaining for garnish), 1/4 tsp salt, and seasoning blend. If risotto is stiff, add water, 1 Tbsp. at a time, until desired consistency is reached.Plate dish as pictured on front of card, topping risotto with shrimp and garnishing with remaining cilantro and reserved cheese. Squeeze lime wedges over to taste. Bon appétit!
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