Shrimp With Summer Vegetables

Step 1

1 Make the vegetables: In a large, nonstick skillet over medium heat, add the oil and heat until shimmering

Step 2

2 Add the tomatoes and cook, stirring, until blistered, about 2 minutes

Step 3

3 Add the onion, bell pepper and jalapeño and cook, stirring, until just starting to soften, about 2 minutes

Step 4

4 Pour the corn on top and let it sit undisturbed for about 2 minutes

Step 5

5 Stir to combine and cook until the onions are translucent, and the bell pepper softens, about 3 minutes

Step 6

6 Stir in the lemon zest and juice, chicken broth or water and cook for about 3 minutes

Step 7

7 Turn off the heat, then stir in the spinach, parsley and garlic until the spinach is wilted

Step 8

8 Cover to keep warm

Step 9

9 Make the shrimp: Turn on the vent over your stove, if you have one

Step 10

10 In a large, microwave-safe bowl, melt 2 tablespoons of butter

Step 11

11 Toss the shrimp in the butter to lightly coat

Step 12

12 Place the shrimp on a platter and season liberally and evenly on both sides with the Creole/Cajun seasoning; it’s okay if some of it falls off

Step 13

13 In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter until bubbling

Step 14

14 Increase the heat to high and add the shrimp in a single layer to the skillet

Step 15

15 Cook undisturbed until they turn deep brown, about 2 minutes, then flip and cook until deep brown on the other side, about 2 minutes more

Step 16

16 Watch carefully, the butter will turn brown, but should not smell burned

Step 17

17 If you’re cooking in batches and the butter does start to burn, carefully wipe the skillet clean and start over with fresh butter for the next batch

Step 18

18 To check if the shrimp are done, cut one in half -- it should be opaque throughout

Step 19

19 Divide the vegetables among four plates, top with the shrimp and sprinkle with parsley, if using

Step 20

20 NOTE: Temple leaves the tail shell on the end of the shrimp to protect the tender tip in the blackening process

Step 21

21 You can do this or peel the shrimp completely