Introduction
Welcome to our guide for an exquisite seafood experience with “Shrimp and Hearts of Palm Rémoulade”. This dish combines the freshness of shrimp with the delicate texture of hearts of palm, all enveloped in a zesty remoulade sauce that’s as vibrant on the plate as it is in flavor.
Tips for this recipe
Preparing shrimp and hearts of palm requires attention to detail. Ensure your shrimp are peeled but with tails intact, providing a rustic appeal while you slice the hearts of palm thinly. The remoulade sauce benefits from fresh ingredients and should be whisked until smooth.
Why you will love this recipe
The combination of shrimp’s succulent flavor with the mild, sweet taste of hearts of palm makes for an irresistible contrast. The remoulade sauce complements both ingredients perfectly and is sure to be a hit among seafood enthusiasts looking to spice up their menu.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup loosely packed flat-leaf parsley leaves
- 1 celery stalk, coarsely chopped
- 1 small shallot, coarsely chopped
- 1 garlic clove, peeled
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons whole grain mustard
- 1 tablespoon prepared horseradish
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 onion, quartered
- 4 sprigs thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt plus more
- 1 teaspoon yellow mustard seeds
- 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
- 2 celery stalks, 1 coarsely chopped, 1 thinly sliced on the diagonal
- 2 pounds uncooked unpeeled large shrimp
- 1 14-ounce can hearts of palm, drained, sliced on the diagonal
- Butter lettuce leaves
- Lemon wedges
Equipment
- Food Processor – SenseHUE Large Capacity
- Mandoline Slicer – OXO Good Grips 5-in-1 Mandolin
- Citrus Juicer – Oxo Good Grips Elegant Squeezer
- Cuisinière Pot – Le Creuset Blue Blaze Enameled Cast Iron
- Chef’s Knife – WÜSTHOF 8-Inch Sinfonie French Cook’s Knife
- Mixing Bowl – OXO Good Grips Classic White Stainless
- Wooden Spoon Set – WÜSTHOF 6 Pieces Stainless Steel Cook’s Collection
- Cutting Board – WÜSTHOF 4-Piece Professional Wooden Cutting Board Set
- Digital Kitchen Scale – OXO Good Grips Kitchen Scale, 3-Pound
- Mixing Glass – Oxo Good Grips 7-Inch Stainless Steel
History of the recipe
The Shrimp and Hearts of Palm Rémoulade is a dish with roots in Creole cuisine, an amalgamation of French culinary techniques with African and Native American influences. This elegant remoulade sauce hails from the hearty kitchens where it served as both a main course and a complement to fresh seafood delicacies.
Fun fact
- Hearts of palm are harvested from the inner core of certain species of Arecaceae, primarily the coconut family. However, it’s a sustainable vegetarian alternative that mimics the texture and flavor of shrimp.