Careme Recipes

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Chile-Lime Red Shrimp Tacos with Roasted Butternut and Tomatillo Salsa

Big-flavor weeknight tacos that feel like a splurge but use bargain, in-season staples. Sweet-roasted butternut squash plays against chile-lime red shrimp, all topped with a bright tomatillo salsa and crunchy greens.

Ingredients

  • Red Shrimp 16/25 (peeled, deveined) 12 oz (about 3/4 lb) $6.99/lb (sale)
  • Organic Butternut Squash 1 lb, peeled and 1/2-inch cubes $1.49/lb (sale)
  • Fresh Tomatillos 1/2 lb (4–5 medium), husked and rinsed $2.99/lb
  • Organic Cilantro 1/2 bunch, chopped $1.99/bunch
  • Green Onions 2 stalks, thinly sliced $1.50/bunch
  • Organic Garlic 3 cloves, minced (divided) $6.99/lb
  • Organic Red Leaf Lettuce 2 cups, thinly sliced $3.49 each
  • Corn tortillas 6–8 small
  • Lime 2, juiced (zest 1)
  • Chili powder 1 tsp
  • Ground cumin 1/2 tsp
  • Smoked paprika 1/2 tsp
  • Olive oil 3 tbsp, divided
  • Salt & black pepper To taste

Instructions

  1. Heat oven to 425Β°F. Toss butternut cubes with 1.5 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper on a sheet pan. Roast 18–22 minutes, flipping once, until caramelized and tender.
  2. Make quick tomatillo salsa: Roughly chop tomatillos. In a small skillet over medium with 1 tsp oil, sautΓ© half the garlic (1–1.5 cloves) 30 seconds, add tomatillos and a pinch of salt; cook 4–5 minutes until softened and saucy. Off heat stir in half the cilantro, half the green onions, and juice of 1/2 lime. Adjust salt.
  3. Season shrimp: Pat dry. Toss with lime zest, remaining garlic, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1 tbsp olive oil.
  4. Cook shrimp: Heat a large skillet over medium-high. Sear shrimp 1.5–2 minutes per side until just opaque. Squeeze over juice of 1/2 lime.
  5. Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or wrapped in foil in the oven for 2–3 minutes.
  6. Assemble: Fill tortillas with lettuce, roasted squash, shrimp, spoonfuls of tomatillo salsa, remaining green onions and cilantro. Serve with remaining lime wedges.

Health notes: Approx. 550–600 calories per serving. Healthiness: Lean seafood protein, fiber from squash and tomatillos, moderate carbs from tortillas. Go easy on salt to manage sodium.

Drink pairing: Crisp Mexican lager or a zesty Sauvignon Blanc.

Broiled Caramel Rockfish with Roasted Acorn Squash and Sesame Green Beans

A bright, umami-rich Vietnamese-style caramel fish glaze broils onto tender rockfish. Serve with roasted acorn squash and sesame-kissed green beans for a complete, seasonal plate.

Ingredients

  • Fresh Rockfish Fillet (Pacific caught) 3/4 lb, cut into 2 portions $6.99/lb (sale)
  • Organic Acorn Squash 1 lb, seeded and cut into 1/2-inch wedges $1.49/lb (sale)
  • Fresh Green Beans (bag) 3/4 lb, trimmed $3.69/lb
  • Son Premium Fish Sauce 17 oz 2 tbsp $8.99
  • Brown sugar 1.5 tbsp
  • Lime 1, juice and zest
  • Organic Ginger Root 1 tbsp, finely grated $5.99/lb
  • Organic Garlic 2 cloves, minced $6.99/lb
  • Green Onions 2 stalks, thinly sliced $1.50/bunch
  • Soy sauce (optional) 1 tsp, to taste
  • Sesame oil 1 tsp (for beans)
  • Neutral oil (or olive oil) 2.5 tbsp, divided
  • Salt & black pepper To taste
  • Sesame seeds (optional) 1 tsp

Instructions

  1. Heat oven to 425Β°F. Toss acorn squash with 1 tbsp oil, salt, and pepper on a sheet pan. Roast 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway, until caramelized and tender.
  2. Add green beans to a second pan; toss with 1 tbsp oil, salt, and pepper. Roast 12–15 minutes until blistered, then toss with 1 tsp sesame oil and half the green onions.
  3. Make caramel glaze (stovetop): In a small saucepan over medium, stir brown sugar with 1 tbsp water until dissolved and bubbling (1–2 minutes). Off heat, whisk in fish sauce, lime juice and zest, ginger, garlic, and optional soy. Return to low heat 30 seconds to thicken slightly. Set aside.
  4. Set oven to broil (high). Pat rockfish dry, lightly oil, and place on a foil-lined pan. Brush fish generously with glaze. Broil 5–7 minutes (distance 6 inches from element) until fish flakes and edges caramelize; brush once more midway. Reserve extra glaze for drizzling.
  5. Plate fish with squash and beans. Spoon any remaining glaze over fish, garnish with remaining green onions and sesame seeds.

Health notes: Approx. 500–550 calories per serving. Healthiness: High-protein fish, lots of fiber-rich veg; moderate sugar in glazeβ€”use lightly if watching sugars.

Drink pairing: Off-dry Riesling or a crisp pilsner.

Weeknight Pork Schnitzel with Warm Potato–Kale Salad

Crisp, golden pork schnitzel you can make on a weeknight. A warm mustardy potato–kale salad keeps it cozy and seasonal without feeling heavy.

Ingredients

  • Pork Boneless Loin Roast 0.8 lb, sliced into 4 thin cutlets $3.99/lb (sale)
  • Organic Yellow Potatoes 1 lb, cut into 1-inch chunks $2.49/lb
  • Organic Lacinato Kale 1/2 bunch (about 4 cups, ribbed and chopped) $2.99 each
  • Green Onions 2 stalks, thinly sliced $1.50/bunch
  • Eggs 1 large, beaten
  • All-purpose flour 1/2 cup
  • Breadcrumbs (panko preferred) 3/4 cup
  • Neutral oil (for shallow fry) 1/3 cup (use as needed)
  • Dijon or whole-grain mustard 2 tbsp, plus more for serving
  • Apple cider vinegar or lemon juice 1.5 tbsp
  • Olive oil 2 tbsp
  • Salt & black pepper To taste
  • Optional lemon wedges For serving

Instructions

  1. Boil potatoes: Place potatoes in salted cold water, bring to a boil, and simmer 10–12 minutes until just tender. In last 2 minutes, add chopped kale to blanch. Drain well.
  2. Make warm mustard dressing: In a large bowl whisk mustard, vinegar/lemon, 2 tbsp olive oil, a pinch of salt and pepper. Toss hot potatoes and kale with dressing and fold in green onions. Cover to keep warm.
  3. Prep pork: Split loin into 4 thin cutlets (about 1/4–1/3 inch). Pound gently between plastic to even thickness. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
  4. Bread pork: Dredge cutlets in flour, dip in beaten egg, then coat in breadcrumbs; press to adhere.
  5. Cook pork (stove): Heat 1/4 inch neutral oil in a large skillet over medium to medium-high. Fry cutlets 2–3 minutes per side until deeply golden and cooked through (145Β°F). Drain briefly on a rack or paper towel; season with a pinch of salt.
  6. Serve schnitzel with warm potato–kale salad and lemon wedges and extra mustard on the side.

Health notes: Approx. 600–700 calories per serving. Healthiness: Balanced plate; baked/boiled sides keep it lighter. To reduce calories, shallow-fry with minimal oil or pan-sear unbreaded.

Drink pairing: German pilsner, dry Riesling, or a Washington dry cider.

Shopping list
  • Red Shrimp 16/25 (peeled, deveined) 12 oz (about 3/4 lb)
  • Organic Butternut Squash 1 lb, peeled and 1/2-inch cubes
  • Fresh Tomatillos 1/2 lb (4–5 medium), husked and rinsed
  • Organic Cilantro 1/2 bunch, chopped
  • Green Onions 2 stalks, thinly sliced, 2 stalks, thinly sliced, 2 stalks, thinly sliced
  • Organic Garlic 3 cloves, minced (divided), 2 cloves, minced
  • Organic Red Leaf Lettuce 2 cups, thinly sliced
  • Corn tortillas 6–8 small
  • Lime 2, juiced (zest 1), 1, juice and zest
  • Chili powder 1 tsp
  • Ground cumin 1/2 tsp
  • Smoked paprika 1/2 tsp
  • Olive oil 3 tbsp, divided, 2 tbsp
  • Salt & black pepper To taste, To taste, To taste
  • Fresh Rockfish Fillet (Pacific caught) 3/4 lb, cut into 2 portions
  • Organic Acorn Squash 1 lb, seeded and cut into 1/2-inch wedges
  • Fresh Green Beans (bag) 3/4 lb, trimmed
  • Son Premium Fish Sauce 17 oz 2 tbsp
  • Brown sugar 1.5 tbsp
  • Organic Ginger Root 1 tbsp, finely grated
  • Soy sauce (optional) 1 tsp, to taste
  • Sesame oil 1 tsp (for beans)
  • Neutral oil (or olive oil) 2.5 tbsp, divided
  • Sesame seeds (optional) 1 tsp
  • Pork Boneless Loin Roast 0.8 lb, sliced into 4 thin cutlets
  • Organic Yellow Potatoes 1 lb, cut into 1-inch chunks
  • Organic Lacinato Kale 1/2 bunch (about 4 cups, ribbed and chopped)
  • Eggs 1 large, beaten
  • All-purpose flour 1/2 cup
  • Breadcrumbs (panko preferred) 3/4 cup
  • Neutral oil (for shallow fry) 1/3 cup (use as needed)
  • Dijon or whole-grain mustard 2 tbsp, plus more for serving
  • Apple cider vinegar or lemon juice 1.5 tbsp
  • Optional lemon wedges For serving

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