Exotic Shrimp Sweet Potato Delight

Introduction

I’m excited to share a unique and flavorful dish with you today that’s perfect for a cozy night in or a casual dinner with friends. This recipe combines unexpected ingredients to create a dish that is both comforting and exciting.

Ingredients

purple sweet potatoes
kiwifruit
shrimp
pistachios
lemon
garlic
smoked paprika
olive oil
to taste

Kitchen Tools

chef’s knife
cutting board
baking sheet
food processor

Preparation

I start by preheating the oven to 400°F (200°C). I wash and peel the purple sweet potatoes, then slice them into thin rounds. I toss the sweet potato rounds in olive oil, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper before spreading them out on a baking sheet. These go into the oven for about 20 minutes until they are tender and starting to crisp up.

While the sweet potatoes are roasting, I peel and chop the kiwifruit, mince the garlic, and shell the pistachios. I also peel and devein the shrimp. In a food processor, I combine the kiwifruit, garlic, pistachios, and the juice of the lemon until it’s a chunky puree.

When the sweet potatoes are done, I remove them from the oven and top each round with a shrimp. I spoon a dollop of the kiwifruit mixture on top of each shrimp and sweet potato. These go back into the oven for another 5 minutes until the shrimp is cooked through.

Tips

For an extra burst of flavor, sprinkle some lemon zest over the finished dish before serving. The citrusy aroma really brings all the other flavors together in a delightful way.

Serving

This dish weighs approximately 600g once cooked and serves 2 people. Each serving is around 300g, with an estimated calorie count of 350 per serving.

I hope you give this unique recipe a try and enjoy experimenting with different flavor combinations. Feel free to make it your own by adding your favorite spices or swapping out ingredients to suit your taste preferences. Happy cooking!