Orange Wine Shrimp Cocktail Recipe

Name: Orange Wine Shrimp Cocktail
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: For the Orange Wine; 4 oranges (blood oranges, if available); 1/2 vanilla bean; 1 3 -liter box (about 12 1/2 cups) white wine; 3 cups vodka; 3 cups sugar; For the Shrimp; 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 2 to 3 sprigs fresh thyme; Pinch of red pepper flakes; Kosher salt; 1 pound large shrimp, unpeeled

Servings: persons

For the Orange Wine
4 oranges (blood oranges, if available)
1/2 vanilla bean
1 3 -liter box (about 12 1/2 cups) white wine
3 cups vodka
3 cups sugar
For the Shrimp
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 to 3 sprigs fresh thyme
Pinch of red pepper flakes
Kosher salt
1 pound large shrimp, unpeeled

1
Make the orange wine: Remove the orange zest in wide strips with a paring knife and place in a large sterilized container with a lid.
2
Juice the oranges into the container.
3
Split the vanilla bean lengthwise and scrape the seeds into the container, then add the pod.
4
Stir in the wine, vodka and sugar.
5
You can use the wine for poaching the shrimp right away or, ideally, cover with the lid and set aside in a cool, dark place, stirring once a week, for 2 to 4 weeks.
6
(The wine will keep for up to 2 months.)
7
Prepare the shrimp: Combine 1 1/2 cups orange wine with the olive oil, thyme, red pepper flakes, a generous pinch of salt and 1/2 cup water in a large skillet.
8
Bring to a simmer over medium-low heat, then add the shrimp, cover and poach 2 to 3 minutes.
9
Turn the shrimp, cover and cook until pink, 2 to 3 more minutes.
10
Transfer the shrimp to a serving dish.
11
Boil the poaching liquid for 10 minutes, drizzle some over the shrimp and serve the rest on the side.
12
Photograph by Ngoc Minh Ngo

959

kcal

Calories

Fat

176

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: For the Orange Wine, 4 oranges (blood oranges, if available), 1/2 vanilla bean, 1 3 -liter box (about 12 1/2 cups) white wine, and more.

Yes, Orange Wine Shrimp Cocktail falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Orange Wine Shrimp Cocktail

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