In this recipe from Doug Hosford, chef of High Cotton Catering in Natchez, Miss., edamame stands in perfectly for lima beans—a Southern staple—in this spin on succotash. Serve with whipped sweet potatoes. Adapted from Simply Soy, published by The Soyfoods Council (www.thesoyfoodscouncil.com).
Ingredients
Shrimp:
1 pound large shrimp, peeled and butterflied
2 tablespoons Cajun or Old Bay seasoning
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salsa:
2 mangos, peeled and diced
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1/2 cup chopped green onion
1 cup edamame, cooked and cooled
1/4 cup chopped cilantro, optional
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 teaspoons olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
1. To prepare shrimp, toss shrimp with seasoning. Heat oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and sauté for 7 minutes or until shrimp are browned and done.
2. To prepare salsa, combine all ingredients and toss well. Serve shrimp with salsa.
By the Soy Council, "This and That," February 2006.
Nutritional Information
Serves 4. Per serving: 333 calories, 11g fat, 435mg sodium
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