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Spicy Shrimp and Farro Bowl with Fresh Herbs

Spicy Shrimp and Farro Bowl with Fresh Herbs

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Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup farro rinsed
  • 2 small bell peppers diced
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves finely chopped
  • Zest of a lime
  • Juice of 2 limes about 3 tablespoons
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons sambal oelek or to taste
  • 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
  • 1 large garlic clove minced
  • Kosher or sea salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil plus extra for cooking the shrimp
  • 1 pound raw shrimp peeled and deveined
  • Fresh basil and mint leaves for garnish

Method
 

  1. Cook the farro according to the package directions. Drain well and transfer to a large bowl. Add the diced bell peppers, chopped basil and mint.
  2. In a blender, combine the cilantro, lime zest and juice, vinegar, water, sambal oelek, ginger, garlic, salt and pepper. Blend until smooth, then with the motor running, slowly add the olive oil until emulsified. Pour the dressing over the farro and toss to coat. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  3. Heat 1 to 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Pat the shrimp dry and season with salt and pepper. Arrange in a single layer and cook, turning once, until just opaque and cooked through, about 2 to 3 minutes per side. Add the shrimp to the farro and toss gently. Finish with fresh basil, mint and a squeeze of lime juice.