Limoncello Shrimp Recipe

Name: Pascolo Ristorantes LIMONCELLO SHRIMP Recipe
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 1 lb Large shrimp, peeled and deveined; 0.5 cup Limoncello; 2 tbs Garlic, minced; 2 tbs Olive oil; to taste Salt; to taste Black pepper; 4 cups Kale or spinach, chopped; 1 cup Vegetable broth; 0.5 tsp Red pepper flakes; 2 Bell peppers, assorted colors; 1 tbs Balsamic vinegar; 1 tbs Olive oil; 1 cup Breadcrumbs; 1 tbs Lemon zest; 1 tbs Orange zest; 2 tbs Parsley, chopped; 2 tbs Olive oil

Inspired by Pascolo Ristorante

Time45m

Serves4

braised greens, roasted peppers, limoncello sauce, citrus bread crumbs

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Ingredients

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Shrimp and Sauce

1 lb Large shrimp, peeled and deveined

1/2 cup Limoncello

2 tbs Garlic, minced

2 tbs olive oil

to taste Celtic sea salt

to taste black pepper

Braised Greens

4 cups Kale or spinach, chopped

1 cup Vegetable broth

1/2 tsp Red pepper flakes

Roasted Peppers

2 Bell peppers, assorted colors

1 tbs Aged balsamic vinegar

1 tbs olive oil

Citrus Bread Crumbs

1 cup Breadcrumbs

1 tbs Lemon zest

1 tbs Orange zest

2 tbs Parsley, chopped

2 tbs olive oil

Method

Cooking the Shrimp

Prepare the Shrimp

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant. Add the shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook until pink, about 3-4 minutes. Pour in the limoncello and let it simmer for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.

Braised Greens

In a separate pot, add vegetable broth and bring to a simmer. Add the chopped greens and red pepper flakes. Cover and cook for about 5-7 minutes until the greens are tender.

Roasted Peppers

Roast the Peppers

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the bell peppers and toss them with olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Spread them on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes until soft and slightly charred.

Citrus Bread Crumbs

Prepare the Citrus Bread Crumbs

In a small bowl, mix breadcrumbs with lemon zest, orange zest, chopped parsley, and olive oil. Toss until the breadcrumbs are evenly coated.

Plating

Serve the Dish

On a plate, layer the braised greens, top with the roasted peppers, and finally add the shrimp with limoncello sauce. Sprinkle the citrus bread crumbs over the top for added texture and flavor.