Bistro Shrimp & Rice Cake with Avocado Crema
The west coast of Florida has plenty of inspiration from shrimp, citrus and other fresh fruits and vegetables that are always in abundance there!
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Ingredients
Shrimp & Rice Cakes
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil, divided
- 3/4 lb. small pink shrimp, tail off and de-veined
- 5 oz. fresh spinach
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1/2 lemon, juiced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 cups of cooked Jasmine rice, cooked per directions
- 2 Eggland's Best eggs (large)
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
- 1-1/2 cups seasoned bread crumbs
Avocado Crema
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
Garnish
- Spring Mix
- Sliced Oranges
- Fresh Thyme Sprigs
Preparation
Shrimp & Rice Cakes:
Heat 1 TBSP olive oil in a large skillet on medium heat.
Add the raw shrimp, garlic, spinach, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, and lemon juice to the skillet.
Stir while sautéing for 2 minutes, or until shrimp turns pink.
Remove pan from heat.
In a large bowl whisk together the ricotta cheese and eggs until well combined.
Add the cooked jasmine rice.
Add the shrimp mixture.
Add the fresh thyme.
Mix all ingredients together.
Place bread crumbs in a shallow baking dish.
Using 1/4 measuring cup of mixture to form a patty.
Dredge patty in bread crumbs on both sides.
Repeat, making 8 patties.
Heat remaining oil in large clean skillet on medium heat.
Working in batches, sauté patties 1 minute on each side, or until golden brown.
Avocado Crema:
Cut the avocado in half, remove the seed, and scoop the fruit out of the skin. Place into blender or food processor.
Add the juice of one fresh lime.
Add 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt.
Add salt and pepper.
Blend until smooth and combined.
Place a handful of mixed greens on plate.
Place cooked shrimp and rice cake on top of greens.
Drizzle avocado crema on top. Garnish with orange slices and fresh thyme sprigs. Enjoy
Nutrition
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