Description
A delicious dish featuring creamy cheddar polenta topped with succulent hot honey shrimp.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tbsp Butter (divided)
- 1 cups Whole Milk (adds creaminess)
- 1 cup Polenta (foundation of the dish)
- 0 cup Cheddar Cheese (shredded)
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder (divided)
- 1 lb Large or Jumbo Shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 tsp Dried Oregano
- 0 tsp Onion Powder
- 0 tsp Cayenne Pepper
- 0 tsp Black Pepper
- 2 tbsp Honey
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 tbsp Fresh Oregano (chopped)
Instructions
- In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat until fragrant and golden brown. Stir in the milk and 1 1/2 cups of water, bringing to a gentle simmer.
- Gradually add the polenta to the simmering liquid, whisking constantly for 8-10 minutes until thick and creamy. Stir in the cheddar cheese, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Remove from heat.
- Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels. In a mixing bowl, combine the shrimp with dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and a pinch of salt.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and slightly golden.
- Toss the cooked shrimp with the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter, honey, minced garlic, and fresh oregano. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Divide the creamy cheddar polenta among bowls and top each with hot honey shrimp. Drizzle with sauce from the skillet and garnish with herbs if desired.
Notes
- This dish is best served immediately for optimal flavor and texture.
- You can adjust the spice levels by altering the amount of cayenne pepper.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 150mg