Spicy Shrimp with Cauliflower Mash and Garlic Kale
Total Time
45 minutes
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
30 mins
Rating
4.7 out of 5 stars
(64)
Ingredients
4 servings
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 head cauliflower, cut into small florets (about 6 cups)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup milk
- 3 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 14-ounce can white beans, rinsed and drained
- 1/2 cup cornmeal
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese, like sharp cheddar or havarti
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon bacon fat (or olive oil)
- 3 cups kalettes OR chopped kale
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 1/2 lb. shrimp (enough for 4 people)
- Garlic salt, chili powder, cayenne, and/or black pepper
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Preparation
Step 1
Heat the olive oil in a large soup pot. Add the cauliflower and garlic. Sauté for a minute or two until the garlic is fragrant.
Step 2
Add the milk and 2 cups broth. Simmer for 10 minutes or until soft.
Step 3
Add the white beans and mash roughly with the back of a large wooden spoon. It will be soupy – that's okay.
Step 4
Stir in the cornmeal and things will start to thicken a bit. Adjust the consistency by adding in the last cup of broth as needed.
Step 5
Stir in the cheese and season to taste.
Step 6
Heat the bacon fat in a nonstick skillet over medium-low heat. Add the greens and garlic and sauté until softened.
Step 7
For the kalettes, add a little water at the end to steam them to finish them off. Remove kale and wipe out pan with a paper towel.
Step 8
In the same skillet, add the oil over medium heat. Pat the shrimp dry. Add to the pan and sprinkle with seasonings to taste.
Step 9
Cook for just a few minutes and then add a quick splash of water or broth to the pan (about 2 tablespoons) to pull the browned bits and spices into a sauce-like coating for the shrimp.
Step 10
Serve the shrimp and kale over a big pile of cauliflower mash.
Step 11
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Chef's notes
Kalettes are a cross between kale and brussels sprouts and can be found at regular grocery stores.
Bacon fat adds depth and smoky-rich flavor – it's a great substitute for butter or oil in many recipes.
A quick lemon squeeze before serving can enhance the flavors.
