I hope you all had a happy Cinco de Mayo on Monday!
I’d planned to post this Three Chile Dusted Shrimp with Corn Relish to celebrate the holiday because I thought the colors were so festive and fun! But, the last few days I’ve been feeling just a touch under the weather, which meant no Cinco de Mayo celebration for me, and no new post for you. 🙂
But, now I’m back and feeling good, so let’s talk about this dish!
First, you will love the corn relish! It’s fresh, it’s light and it’s got great crunch! And, it’s loaded with healthy veggies – onions, red peppers, garlic – then topped with a 3 chile mix tossed shrimp.
The relish has just a touch of cider vinegar, which makes it go beautifully with the shrimp’s spicy bite! And, the sweet/spicy flavor combo is so summertime!
And you know I’m a huge texture fan…so, when it comes to crunchy, chewy and all-around flavor/texture explosion – hello!…I am there!
Oh, and by the way, don’t forget that the French Tea Towel Giveaway ends tonight! So if you haven’t entered and want to, now’s your chance!
Enjoy!
Three Chile Dusted Shrimp with Corn Relish
Ingredients
- 3 and 1/2 teaspoons sugar divided
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ancho chile powder
- 1/4 teaspoon chipotle chile powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt divided
- 1 and 1/2 pounds peeled and deveined large shrimp
- 5 teaspoons olive oil divided
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
- 2 teaspoons bottled minced garlic
- 2 teaspoons bottled minced ginger
- 1 10-ounce package frozen whole-kernel corn
- 1 and 1/2 tablespoons cider vinegar
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions
Instructions
- Combine 2 teaspoons sugar, all three chile powders, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a shallow dish. Add shrimp to spice mixture and toss well to coat.
- Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion, bell pepper, garlic, and ginger to pan; sauté 3 minutes. Add remaining 1 and 1/2 teaspoons sugar and corn to pan; cook 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in vinegar; cook 30 seconds. Transfer corn mixture to a bowl; stir in remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/2 cup green onions.
- Clean the skillet with a paper towel. Heat remaining 2 teaspoons oil in pan over medium-high heat. Add shrimp to pan; sauté 3 minutes or until done throughout, turning once. Serve with corn mixture.
Recipe from Cooking Light My Recipes @ Three Chile Dusted Shrimp.
mimi says
This looks incredible!!! Why the sugar?
Kristi says
The sugar cuts the bite and tartness of the vinegar! 🙂 I’m glad you like the recipe Mimi!
Ashley | Spoonful of Flavor says
Look at that corn relish! And with the shrimp layered on top, it looks like the perfect meal!
Kristi says
Thanks Ashley – light and perfect for summer!
Daniela @ FoodrecipesHQ says
Corn and shrimps!!! it looks so festive, you’re right. Everyday festive, though. I will not wait for the next Cinco de Mayo…
Kristi says
Ah!!! I love that – everyday festive – YES!
Monica says
Corn and shrimp are wonderful, wonderful things! This looks beautiful and I love the smoky vibe/flavors to it.
Kristi says
Smoky…what a great way to describe this dish Monica!…I wish I would’ve thought of that – perfect!
Johlene says
This looks good! I love this idea to accompany a bbq as a side dish or on a lazy Saturday afternoon lunch.. it´s versatile.. Happy week!! xoxo
Kristi says
What a great idea for a BBQ side dish – I never thought of that! Have a wonderful week Johlene!
Mary Frances says
Ooh I like the use of chile in this, and I absolutely love the colors!
Kristi says
Thanks Mary Frances! I loved the combination of colors too! So pretty! 🙂
marcie says
Sorry you were under the weather Kristi, but the important thing is that this recipe did make it out! It looks phenomenal, and it sure doesn’t need to be Cinco de Mayo to enjoy it. This is my kind of eating any old day! 🙂
Kristi says
Thanks Marcie! Mine too! With a crisp glass of wine, perfect for a summer afternoon! Cheers my friend!
Cindy @ Pick Fresh Foods says
Bummer that you weren’t feeling well, but I’m glad to hear you are on the mend. This dish looks delicious! I love the colors and that corn relish…yum! I’m seeing my self sitting outside on the deck with a nice glass of wine and this for dinner. Thanks Kristi! Pinning!
Kristi says
I’m joining you on the deck with a glass of wine with this! 🙂 Thank you so much for the pin Cindy! Have a wonderful Mother’s Day!!!
Alyssa @ My Sequined Life says
Glad you are feeling better, Kristi! Shrimp is one of my favorite dishes to make in the warmer months, and the combination of flavors you’ve got going on here sound amazing! Plus served over that corn relish…perfection! 🙂
Kristi says
Thanks Alyssa! I love the colors and the flavor was delish! Have a great weekend!
Ashley says
I’m glad you’re feeling better! Allergies are kicking my butt right now … this is the one time I year I like when it rains! Love love love that corn relish – so perfect for summer!
Kristi says
Augh! Allergies are the worst! You need to move to WA – we get rain ALL the time. Hahaha!
Samina | The Cupcake Confession says
This is suchhhhh a refreshing recipe!!!!!! I absolutely love the spices you’ve used in the shrimp!!!! and that corn relish is just …. I can almost taste it! *-* So glad to know that you’ve been feeling better!!!!!! 🙂
Kristi says
Thanks Samina! I’m so glad you like it!!!
Lindsey @ American Heritage Cooking says
Mmmmm this looks delish! Hope you’re feeling better! I love a good corn salsa, so I’m pretty sure I’m going to love, love, love your corn relish!
Kristi says
Awesome! Success! 🙂 I’m so glad you like it!
Ruby @ The Ruby Red Apron says
Yum! Spicy shrimp is my favorite! Perfect combination of flavors and I love all the pretty colors!
Glad you’re doing better!
Kristi says
I loved the colors too Ruby! Pretty and tasty!
Shelley @ Two Healthy Kitchens says
Oh, wow! This looks so delicious – I love all the flavors, textures and beautiful colors! And so very simple – you know I love that, too! Totally pinning! And hey – bummer you weren’t feeling well, but so glad you’re better now! Maybe you just need to throw yourself a little post-Cinco-de-Mayo party! Ole! 😀
Kristi says
Thanks for the pin Shelley! I’m feeling much better now! 🙂
Tina @ Tina's Chic Corner says
I hope you’re feeling better! I love corn relish too and yours looks so delicious! Obsessed with your photos…gorgeous. 🙂
Kristi says
Thanks for the compliments Tina! Hope you have a beautiful week!
ananda says
hi kristi, hope you feel great by now!!
i am drooling over this! i love the interesting flavors of different types of chilies. this sweet-sour-spicy-crunchy combo is amazing! =)
Kristi says
Thanks Ananda! I’m so glad you like it!
whatjessicabakednext says
This look so good! I love the chile dusted shrimp! 🙂
Kristi says
Thanks Jessica – I hope you get a chance to try it!
Renee@Two in the Kitchen says
Kristi, you did it again!! I LOVE your shrimp dishes girl!! And this corn relish looks incredible!! It is going on my menu for the week for sure! I’m sorry you haven’t been feeling well but I hope you are feeling better now!! 🙂
Kristi says
Thanks Renee! I do have a fondness for shrimp! They’re just so easy to throw together and always come out amazing!
Juliana says
I hope you are feeling better Kristi…I love corn therefore this is a perfect meal for me…like that you paired with spicy shrimps…looks delicious!
Have a great weekend 😀
Kristi says
Thanks Juliana – yes, I feel much better! Have a beautiful week!
Sarah & Arkadi says
love that corn relish! 🙂
Kristi says
I definitely need to make it more often – so yummy!
Cailee @ http://hellohealthyeating.com says
YUM! Well doesn’t this look delicious! Talk about nourishing, healthy and delicious! What a lovely meal!!
Kristi says
Thanks Cailee! I love healthy, tasty meals!
Chris @ Shared Appetite says
Glad you are feeling better! And that corn relish looks amazing! I love corn so much… especially with a splash of vinegar. What a great sounding dish!!!
Kristi says
Thanks Chris – the splash of vinegar makes it really refreshing!
Jess @ Flying on Jess Fuel says
The shrimp sound awesome! I love the smoky flavor of chipotle chili powder. And the corn is perfect for the warm weather!
Kristi says
I love chipotle chlli powder too – it adds such a nice kick!
Christin@SpicySouthernKitchen says
Love the contrast of spicy shrimp with a sweet corn relish! Yum!
Kristi says
Thanks Christin! I’m always in for spicy shrimp!
Kelly says
So glad that you are feeling better. You always know how to rock shrimp dishes – this one looks amazing and love the sound of the corn relish!
Kristi says
The corn relish was amazing – but you know how I love shrimp!