Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsFortinaShrimp & Polenta Recipe

Shrimp & Polenta Recipe

Inspired by Fortina
Time45m
Serves4

lemon, garlic, capicola, chili

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Ingredients

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Polenta

Method

Polenta Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Polenta

    In a large saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add 1 tsp of salt.

  2. 2

    Add Polenta

    Once the water is boiling, gradually whisk in 1 cup of polenta to prevent lumps.

  3. 3

    Cook the Polenta

    Reduce the heat to low and cook the polenta, stirring frequently, for about 20-25 minutes until thickened.

  4. 4

    Finish the Polenta

    Stir in 0.5 cup of grated parmesan cheese and 2 tbs of butter until melted and well combined. Keep warm.

Shrimp Mixture Preparation

  1. 5

    Sauté the Garlic

    In a large skillet, heat 2 tbs of olive oil over medium heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

  2. 6

    Add the Shrimp

    Add the 1 lb of shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until they start to turn pink.

  3. 7

    Incorporate Capicola

    Add 4 oz of thinly sliced capicola and 1 tsp of red chili flakes to the shrimp. Stir and cook for another 2 minutes.

  4. 8

    Finish with Lemon

    Remove from heat and squeeze the juice of 1 lemon over the shrimp mixture. Season with black pepper to taste.

Serving

  1. 9

    Plate the Dish

    Spoon the creamy polenta onto plates and top with the shrimp mixture. Serve immediately and enjoy!

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