PLUMPED GINGER-CARAMEL SHRIMP RECIPE - (4.6/5)
Provided by Chezlamere
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a medium stainless or glass bowl, blend the salt, sugar, and chile powder in the warm water. Drop in the shrimp, and let stand at room temperature for 20 minutes while you set up the rest of the meal. Drain the shrimp, peel off their shells if necessary, and pat the shrimp dry. Chop the garlic and ginger together into 1/8-inch pieces. Heat the oil in a straight-sided 12-inch sauté pan over medium-high heat. Stir in the garlic/ginger mixture, the pepper, and a sprinkle of salt. Cook for 1 minute, stirring with a wooden spatula. Blend in the sugar and keep stirring until the garlic is pale gold. Do not let the pieces get dark brown. Immediately drop in the shrimp and stir for another 1 to 2 minutes, or until the shrimp are turning pink and are barely firm. Turn the shrimp into a serving bowl. Taste them for seasoning, adjust as necessary, and serve hot or warm. VARIATION Shrimp Stir-Fry with Chickpeas and Greens Follow the instructions for brining, peeling, and drying the shrimp as directed above. Substitute for the garlic and ginger: 1 medium onion, 2 yellow bell peppers, 2 seeded jalapeño or serrano chiles, and 1/3 cup pitted Kalamata olives. Chop together into 1/4-inch pieces. Using 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil instead of the canola oil, stir-fry the shrimp. When just firm, spoon them from the pan to a large serving bowl. Swirl a little more olive oil into the pan, add a can of rinsed and drained chickpeas, the chopped onion mixture, and a couple handfuls of salad greens. Stir-fry over high heat for 1 to 2 minutes, seasoning the vegetables to taste as you cook. Once they are tender-crisp, add the vegetables to the shrimp and serve. This is excellent over No-Cook Whole-Wheat Couscous or tossed with pasta. COOK TO COOK Frozen shrimp are called for as a convenience. Certainly you could use fresh or thawed. If you do, use ice-cold water instead of warm and marinate the shrimp in the refrigerator. One-third cup of chile powder is not an error. In a brine you need this much to end up with a subtle boost of flavors. Try it once, then tell us we are crazy
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Keith Towner
[email protected]I love the way the ginger and caramel flavors complement each other in this dish. It's a unique and delicious way to prepare shrimp.
Prince Arafah
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The shrimp cooks in just a few minutes, and the sauce comes together quickly. I always have the ingredients on hand, so it's a lifesaver on busy nights.
PG DZ
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of shrimp, but I decided to try this recipe anyway. I'm so glad I did! The shrimp was cooked perfectly, and the sauce was so delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.
Aminuddeen Sunusi
[email protected]This is one of my favorite shrimp recipes. It's so easy to make, and it's always delicious. I love the way the ginger and caramel flavors complement each other.
Shehroz Ali Offical
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a hit. The shrimp is always cooked perfectly, and the sauce is so flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe.
Bipul Gazi
[email protected]I love the way the shrimp is cooked in this recipe. It's so tender and juicy. The sauce is also delicious, and it pairs perfectly with the shrimp.
MB ADOR
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a special occasion dinner. It's easy to make, but it's sure to impress your guests.
Dieulene Renaud
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of seafood, but this recipe changed my mind. The shrimp is so tender and flavorful, and the sauce is to die for. I'll definitely be making this again.
Teddy Best
[email protected]This dish is so easy to make, but it looks and tastes like it came from a fancy restaurant. I'm always impressed with how well it turns out.
Sm MASUM
[email protected]I love the fact that this recipe uses simple ingredients. I always have everything I need on hand, so it's a great last-minute meal.
Faye
[email protected]This is the best shrimp recipe I've ever tried. The shrimp is cooked perfectly, and the sauce is so delicious. I will definitely be making this again and again.
Rose Allerton
[email protected]I'm not a fan of ginger, but I decided to try this recipe anyway. I'm so glad I did! The ginger flavor is subtle, and it pairs perfectly with the caramel sauce.
Uzair gul
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now, and it's always a hit. The shrimp is always cooked perfectly, and the sauce is so flavorful.
Alice Hood
[email protected]I love the way the ginger and caramel flavors complement each other in this dish. It's a unique and delicious way to prepare shrimp.
Bezi Mama
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The shrimp cooks in just a few minutes, and the sauce comes together quickly. I always have the ingredients on hand, so it's a lifesaver on busy nights.
Ransita Anantakoon
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of shrimp, but this recipe changed my mind. The ginger and caramel sauce is so good, it makes the shrimp taste amazing.
M Rafiq
[email protected]This is my go-to recipe for shrimp. It's always a hit with my family and friends. The sauce is so delicious, and the shrimp is cooked perfectly.
Naeem Hussain
[email protected]I love this recipe! The shrimp is so plump and juicy, and the sauce is so flavorful. I always get compliments when I make this dish.
Poorna Nisal
[email protected]This shrimp dish was so easy to make and tasted amazing! The ginger and caramel sauce was the perfect combination of sweet and savory. I will definitely be making this again.