POACHED SHRIMP WITH DIPPING SAUCE

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Here's a simply perfect appetizer for your next cocktail party: shrimp poached in Chinese seasonings and served with a flavorful dipping sauce of hoisin and sesame oil.

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     easy, appetizer

Time 1h

Yield 40 shrimp

Number Of Ingredients 7

40 large shrimp, peeled (remove vein if you like)
1/2 cup soy sauce
1 star anise
1 tablespoon Sichuan or black peppercorns
5 slices ginger
1/2 cup hoisin sauce
2 tablespoons sesame oil

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine shrimp, 3 cups water, soy sauce, anise, peppercorns and ginger. Bring to a boil, then turn off heat and let sit, undisturbed, for about 30 minutes. If you are not serving right away, refrigerate shrimp in liquid; recipe may be prepared to this point a day before serving.
  • When ready to serve, drain shrimp, and put on a platter. Whisk together hoisin and sesame oil in a small bowl; serve shrimp with this sauce.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 26, UnsaturatedFat 1 gram, Carbohydrate 3 grams, Fat 1 gram, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 267 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams

Yeon bhuyain
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Thank you for sharing this recipe. I can't wait to try it!


Lisa Moses
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This recipe is a must-try for any seafood lover.


Rashid Abbas
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I'm always looking for new recipes to try. This poached shrimp recipe is definitely going on my list.


Sam Speechless
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This recipe is a great way to get kids to eat shrimp. My kids loved the dipping sauce and they ate all of their shrimp.


Sandy Knott
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I love that this recipe is so simple to make. I was able to make it in under 30 minutes.


kelvin Grace
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I'm always looking for healthy and delicious recipes. This poached shrimp recipe fits the bill perfectly. It's low in calories and fat, and it's packed with protein.


William Deschene
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I'm not a big fan of shrimp, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the dipping sauce was delicious.


Irtiza's vlog
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover shrimp. I had some shrimp that I needed to use up, and this recipe was the perfect way to do it.


Anthony Arroyos
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I'm always looking for new and exciting ways to cook shrimp. This recipe definitely fits the bill. It's unique and flavorful, and I can't wait to make it again.


M Arslan Khan
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This recipe is perfect for a party or potluck. It's easy to make ahead of time and it always gets rave reviews.


Ashlee Otterman
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I used a variety of dipping sauces with this recipe, including cocktail sauce, tartar sauce, and remoulade. They all paired well with the shrimp.


Johnk Mutugu555
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I loved the addition of the lemon zest to the dipping sauce. It gave it a nice citrusy flavor.


Jerlyn Mahumas
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The dipping sauce was the perfect balance of sweet and sour. It really enhanced the flavor of the shrimp.


Hok Bob
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The poaching method for the shrimp worked perfectly. The shrimp were cooked evenly throughout and they retained their natural flavor.


Addison Gittens
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. I was able to use it to make a variety of different dishes, including shrimp tacos, shrimp scampi, and shrimp salad.


Ruel Gordon
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I was pleasantly surprised by how easy this recipe was to follow. Even as a beginner cook, I was able to make this dish without any problems.


Stanley Ola
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I've tried many poached shrimp recipes, but this one is by far the best. The shrimp were so tender and juicy, and the dipping sauce was the perfect complement.


Abdinoor Abdullahi
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This poached shrimp recipe is a keeper! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the dipping sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.