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Nuevo Latino Roll-Ups

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These Nuevo Latino Roll-Ups are a vibrant fusion dish that combines the crunch of deep-fried panko-crusted shrimp with the unique texture of crispy angel hair pasta nests. Wrapped in warm whole wheat tortillas alongside marinated vegetables, corn, and bean sprouts, they are finished with a zesty pico sauce and a cooling cilantro lime cr&# 195;¨me fraîche. The spicy black bean puree adds an earthy depth, creating a complex flavor profile that balances heat, freshness, and savory richness. Perfect for a lively dinner party or a creative weeknight meal, these roll-ups offer a satisfying hand-held experience that is as visually striking as it is delicious. They bring together Italian pasta techniques with Latin American flavors for a truly memorable culinary event.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 8
Calories: 1502.5
Dietary: Low-fat
Description
These Nuevo Latino Roll-Ups are a vibrant fusion dish that combines the crunch of deep-fried panko-crusted shrimp with the unique texture of crispy angel hair pasta nests. Wrapped in warm whole wheat tortillas alongside marinated vegetables, corn, and bean sprouts, they are finished with a zesty pico sauce and a cooling cilantro lime cr&# 195;¨me fraîche. The spicy black bean puree adds an earthy depth, creating a complex flavor profile that balances heat, freshness, and savory richness. Perfect for a lively dinner party or a creative weeknight meal, these roll-ups offer a satisfying hand-held experience that is as visually striking as it is delicious. They bring together Italian pasta techniques with Latin American flavors for a truly memorable culinary event.
Ingredients
  • 24 lg Shrimp; peeled -- deveined
  • 10 ounce Japanese panko crumbs for
Directions
  1. 1
    Prepare the breading station by placing flour, beaten egg whites, and panko crumbs in separate shallow dishes.
  2. 2
    Coat the peeled and deveined shrimp first in flour, then in egg whites, and finally in panko crumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
  3. 3
    Heat canola oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350ðF (175ðC).
  4. 4
    Deep fry the breaded shrimp in batches until golden brown and cooked through, turning once, then set aside on paper towels to drain.
  5. 5
    Cook angel hair pasta according to package directions until al dente, then drain and rinse with cold water to stop cooking.
  6. 6
    In a large non-stick skillet, heat a small amount of oil and spread the cooked angel hair pasta into flat, thin circles.
  7. 7
    Ladle teriyaki sauce evenly over each pasta circle in the skillet.
  8. 8
    Cook the pasta circles until the bottom is crisp and golden, then carefully flip and cook the other side until crisp on both sides.
  9. 9
    In a small glass bowl, combine marinated julienned carrots, celery, and green onions, and let them marinate for 30 minutes.
  10. 10
    Warm the whole wheat tortillas over a flame or on a hot griddle, turning constantly to avoid burning, until pliable.
  11. 11
    Lay a warm tortilla flat on a work surface.
  12. 12
    Place one crisp angel hair pasta nest on the bottom half of the tortilla.
  13. 13
    Sprinkle a mixture of corn nibbles and bean sprouts over the pasta nest.
  14. 14
    Lay the fried shrimp evenly over the vegetables and pasta.
  15. 15
    Spoon the pico sauce evenly over the shrimp and filling.
  16. 16
    Add the marinated julienned vegetables, fresh cilantro leaves, and baby lettuce leaves on top of the sauce.
  17. 17
    Tightly roll the tortilla up, tucking the edges in to form a secure log or "roll-up".
  18. 18
    Cut each roll-up diagonally into desired serving pieces.
  19. 19
    Plate the roll-ups and decorate the edges with alternating swirls of spicy black bean puree and cilantro lime crème fraîche.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1502.5kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6.2g10%
Saturated Fat 0.9g5%
Cholesterol 912.0mg304%
Sodium 3545.5mg148%
Total Carbohydrate 208.7g70%
Dietary Fiber 10.0g40%
Sugars 3.7g
Protein 142.5g285%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: shrimp, roll-ups, tortilla, pasta, panko, deep-fried, fusion, latin, italian, seafood, appetizer, party food, crispy, spicy, vegetables, black bean, cilantro, yogurt, teriyaki, handheld
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