Shrimp With Zucchini Fritters And Grape-Leaf Spread Recipe

Name: Shrimp With Zucchini Fritters And Grape-Leaf Spread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 ounces cream cheese; 4 grape leaves in brine from jar, drained; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1/2 cup all purpose flour; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon baking soda; 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1 3/4 cups coarsely grated zucchini (about 1 medium); 1/4 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives; 3 tablespoons (about) extra-virgin olive oil; 12 cooked large shrimp, peeled, deveined; Additional fresh lemon juice; Grated lemon peel

Servings: persons

4 ounces cream cheese
4 grape leaves in brine from jar, drained
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup all purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 3/4 cups coarsely grated zucchini (about 1 medium)
1/4 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley
1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
3 tablespoons (about) extra-virgin olive oil
12 cooked large shrimp, peeled, deveined
Additional fresh lemon juice
Grated lemon peel

1
Blend cream cheese, grape leaves, and lemon juice in mini processor until grape leaves are minced and mixture is blended. Season spread to taste with salt and pepper. Can be made 1 day ahead. Transfer spread to small bowl. Cover and refrigerate. Bring spread to room temperature before using.
2
Whisk first 5 ingredients in medium bowl to blend. Mix in zucchini, parsley, and chives. Let stand until batter becomes moist, about 15 minutes. Using wet hands, shape by rounded tablespoonfuls into twelve 2-inch-diameter patties; place on foil.
3
Heat 2 tablespoons oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Add about half of patties. Saute until cooked through, browned, and crisp, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer to platter. Repeat with remaining patties, adding more oil, if needed.
4
Spread heaping teaspoon grape-leaf spread on each fritter. Top each with 1 shrimp. Sprinkle fritters with lemon juice, then lemon peel, and serve.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 ounces cream cheese, 4 grape leaves in brine from jar, drained, 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, 1/2 cup all purpose flour, and more.

Yes, Shrimp With Zucchini Fritters And Grape-Leaf Spread falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Shrimp With Zucchini Fritters And Grape-Leaf Spread

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