Lemon Fennel Shrimp With Tarragon Recipes

SHRIMP WITH LEMON, TARRAGON, AND FENNEL

Steps:

• In a large saucepan of salted boiling water,.
• Cook shrimp 1 minute, or until just cooked through.In a colander drain shrimp and rinse under cold water until cool. Shell, and if desired, devein shrimp.
• In a bowl or plastic container whisk together lemon juice, fennel seeds, red pepper flakes, and salt and pepper to taste and add oil in a stream, whisking. Stir in shrimp, garlic, and sliced lemon and marinate, covered and chilled, stirring occasionally, at least 6 hours or overnight. Stir in chopped tarragon.

TARRAGON SHRIMP SALAD

Steps:

• Place the shrimp in a large (8-inch-diameter × 5-inch-high) saucepan and add 8 cups of cold water, the Pernod, and 1 tablespoon salt. Turn the heat to medium high and cook the shrimp uncovered, stirring occasionally, for 8 to 10 minutes, until just firm and pink. Drain in a colander.
• Place half the shrimp in a large bowl. Cut the rest of the shrimp sideways through the back with a sharp paring knife and add them to the bowl as well. Allow to cool for 15 minutes. Stir in the lemon juice, 2 teaspoons salt, and 1 teaspoon pepper. Add the celery, scallions, tarragon, and mayonnaise, and combine. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours for the flavors to meld.
• Transfer the salad to a serving bowl, sprinkle with extra tarragon and salt, and taste for seasonings. Serve cold or at room temperature.

FENNEL & GARLIC SHRIMP

Steps:

• Heat the olive oil in a large (12-inch) saute pan over medium heat. Add the fennel and saute for 5 minutes, until tender but not browned. Turn the heat to medium-low, add the garlic and red pepper flakes, and cook at a very low sizzle for 2 to 3 minutes, until the garlic just begins to color.
• Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels, add them to the pan, and toss together with the fennel and olive oil. Spread the shrimp in one layer and cook over medium heat for 2 minutes on one side. Turn the shrimp and cook for 2 minutes on the other side, until they¿re pink and just cooked through.
• Off the heat, sprinkle with the parsley, 1 tablespoon of chopped fennel fronds, the Pernod (if using), the fleur de sel, and black pepper and serve it with bread to soak up all the pan juices.

LEMON FENNEL SHRIMP WITH TARRAGON

Steps:

• In a large saucepan of salted boiling water cook shrimp 1 minute, or until just cooked through. In a colander drain shrimp and rinse under cold water until cool. Shell and if desired devein shrimp.
• In a bowl or plastic container whisk together lemon juice, fennel seeds, red pepper flakes, and salt and pepper to taste and add oil in a stream, whisking. Stir in shrimp, garlic, and sliced lemon and marinate, covered and chilled, stirring occasionally, at least 6 hours or overnight. Stir in chopped tarragon. Serve shrimp garnished with tarragon sprig.

SHRIMP WITH LEMON, TARRAGON, GREEN BEANS, AND PEAS

Steps:

• Mix butter, minced tarragon, chives, and lemon peel in small bowl.
• Melt 2 tablespoons herb butter in large skillet over medium heat. Add leeks and thyme; sauté 5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low; sauté until very tender, about 6 minutes longer.
• Bring 8 cups water and tarragon sprigs to boil in large saucepan over high heat. Add beans and cook until crisp-tender, about 4 minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer beans to bowl of ice water. Add peas to boiling water; cook 2 minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer peas to bowl with beans; drain. Add shrimp to saucepan, reduce heat, and simmer until opaque in center, about 2 minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer shrimp to small bowl. Add shells to saucepan; boil until liquid is reduced to 1/4 cup, about 40 minutes. Discard shells and tarragon sprigs. Stir lemon juice into cooking liquid. Remove pan from heat; whisk in remaining herb butter. Stir in shrimp. Reheat leeks. Stir in beans and peas. Serve shrimp with sauce alongside vegetables.