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Spicy Shrimp & Creamy Polenta

Servings 4

Ingredients

  • 20-24 shrimp cleaned
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/8 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 5 cups milk plus more as needed (you can substitute oat or cashew milk if you're watching your dairy intake!)
  • 4 cups water
  • 2 cups polenta
  • 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese plus more for topping (I like to use freshly grated for this recipe)
  • Kosher salt to taste
  • Fresh cracked black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Add the shrimp to a mixing bowl and season with cayenne, paprika and chili powder. Add about two pinches of salt and a small pinch of black pepper. Mix gently until all the shrimp are coated.

  2.  In a sauté pan, heat olive oil and cook the shrimp for about 2-3 minutes per side.

  3. In the meantime, add the milk and water to a large pot and bring to a boil. Once boiling, add polenta and whisk continuously until cooked (about 5-8 minutes). Add more milk as needed to get a creamy texture. Lastly, add in the parmesan cheese and season with salt.

  4. Serve shrimp over the polenta! I like to use a shallow bowl and then top with some extra freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Enjoy!