Description
Shrimp and creamed corn is a quick and flavorful summer dish that blends fresh shrimp with a creamy, spicy feta cheese sauce inspired by Mexican street corn. This one-pan recipe takes just 30 minutes to make and is perfect for an easy and delicious main course.
Ingredients
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Shrimp
- 1.5 lb raw shrimp, peeled and deveined, large (about 15–20 count per pound)
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt, to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Creamed Corn
- 2 tablespoons salted butter
- ½ cup chopped onion
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1.5 cups cooked corn kernels (from 2 ears of grilled or boiled corn)
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 cup half-and-half
- 4 oz feta cheese, divided (best to crumble from a block)
- 2 small limes
- Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook shrimp: Heat a large (12-inch), high-sided skillet on medium until hot. Add olive oil; it should coat the pan without sizzling or burning. Add shrimp and sprinkle with chili powder and salt. Avoid overcrowding; cook in batches if needed. Cook shrimp flipping once or twice until pink, about 3-4 minutes total. Remove shrimp from skillet.
- Make creamed corn: In the same skillet, add butter and chopped onion with a pinch of salt. Cook over medium heat for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally until softened. Add minced garlic and cook another 2 minutes, stirring often to prevent burning. Add cooked corn and smoked paprika; stir well. Pour in half-and-half and bring to a simmer. Add 3 oz crumbled feta and stir until melted and creamy.
- Assembly: Squeeze the juice of half a lime into the sauce. Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and gently reheat. Top with the remaining corn kernels, sliced lime wedges, chopped cilantro, and extra chili powder or paprika if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
- For best flavor, use fresh grilled or boiled corn.
- Do not overcrowd the pan when cooking shrimp to ensure even cooking and browning.
- Adjust chili powder to spice preference.
- Use a block of feta to crumble fresh for better texture over pre-crumbled varieties.
- This recipe cooks entirely on the stovetop and is perfect for quick weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American, Mexican
Keywords: shrimp and corn, shrimp and creamed corn
