Lemon Oregano Shrimp Over Peppered Couscous Recipes

LEMON-BASIL GRILLED SHRIMP & COUSCOUS

Steps:

• Cook couscous according to package directions; remove from heat. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk lemon juice, oil, mustard, garlic, salt and pepper until blended; stir in 1/4 cup basil. Stir 1/4 cup dressing into cooked couscous; reserve remaining dressing., Thread shrimp onto metal or soaked wooden skewers. Grill shrimp, covered, on an oiled rack over medium-high heat until pink, 2-3 minutes on each side., Remove shrimp from skewers; toss with reserved dressing. Serve with couscous. Sprinkle with lemon zest and remaining basil.

MOROCCAN SHRIMP OVER COUSCOUS

Steps:

• Prepare couscous according to package directions.
• Rinse shrimp and pat dry.
• Season with salt and pepper to tast and set aside.
• Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
• Add onion, salt and pepper.
• Cover and cook until onion is soft, about 5-7 minutes.
• Add cumin and cinnamon and stir to coat onions.
• Next, add bell pepper and raisins and cook for about 4 minutes more.
• Add tomatoes, and simmer mixture for another 3 minutes.
• Finally, add the shrimp and cook until shrimp are pink and cooked through, about 3-4 more minutes.
• Serve with couscous.

CREOLE SHRIMP OVER COUSCOUS

Steps:

• Creole Shrimp: Add olive oil to a large skillet or sauté pan over medium high heat. Sauté onions, celery and bell pepper until soft, about 2 to 3 minutes. Add garlic, smoked paprika, cumin, oregano and allspice, Cook for another minute. Add sherry, Worcestershire sauce and tomatoes and bring to a boil, cook for 4 minutes. Add shrimp and cook for another 3 to 4 minutes or until shrimp just turns pink. Sprinkle with parsley. Serve with couscous. Add tabasco to taste, if desired.
• Couscous: In medium saucepan, heat oil on medium. Add chicken stock and lemon juice. Bring to a boil. Add couscous and stir. Cover and remove from heat. Let stand for 5 minutes. Remove lid and fluff with fork to prevent sticking. Serves 4.