Southwestern Shrimp Caesar Salad Recipes

THE HOUSTONIAN'S SOUTHWEST CAESAR SALAD

Steps:

• Prepare dressing first.
• In the bowl of a food processor, combine yolk, garlic, mustard, anchovies, pepper, salt, coriander, cumin, Worcestershire and water.
• Process all until smooth.
• With motor running, pour oils in a slow, steady stream into egg mixture.
• When all oil has been incorporated, add chili paste, lemon and lime juices and Parmesan.
• Process until smooth.
• Prepare salad next.
• Spin or pat lettuce dry.
• Place in large salad bowl.
• Add dressing; toss lightly.
• Add beans and corn; toss again.
• Divide mixture among 4 chilled plates.
• Sprinkle with pumpkin seeds and cheese.
• Garnish with tortilla chips.

SOUTHWESTERN CAESAR SALAD

Steps:

• Chop and place romaine in a large salad bowl. Whisk together garlic, lemon juice, Dijon mustard and chili powder in a small bowl. Continue whisking while streaming in extra-virgin olive oil. When dressing is combined, toss Romaine salad with dressing and garnish salad with broken tortilla chips, smoked cheddar and pepper Jack cheese. Season with salt and pepper and toss again, then serve.
• Yield: Preparation time: 5 minutes Cooking time: none Ease of preparation: easy

SOUTHWEST CAESAR SALAD

Steps:

• Toss lettuce, corn, bell pepper, and cilantro in a large bowl.
• Mix dressing with cayenne.
• Add dressing to salad and toss.
• Top with parmesan and croutons.

CRISPY SHRIMP CAESAR SALAD

Steps:

• In a large bowl, combine romaine, tomatoes and cheese; refrigerate until serving. In a shallow bowl, mix flour, salt and pepper. Add shrimp, a few pieces at a time, and toss to coat; shake off excess., In a deep skillet, heat 1/4 in. oil to 375°. Fry shrimp, a few at a time, 1-2 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels., Drizzle dressing over romaine mixture and toss to coat. Top with shrimp. If desired, sprinkle with additional cheese and pepper; serve immediately.

GRILLED SHRIMP CAESAR SALAD

Steps:

• Combine ½ cup dressing and parsley together. Place shrimp in dressing mixture and let marinate for one hour.
• Spray the grill with non-stick spray and preheat to medium-high heat. Grill shrimp, turning once, until the shrimp are cooked through, about 1 to 2 minutes per side. Let cool.
• Divide the romaine among the plates; top each salad with grilled shrimp, croutons, Parmesan cheese and cherry tomatoes topping with reserved Caesar dressing to taste and black pepper.