Pacific Rim Shrimp Salad Recipe

Name: Pacific Rim Shrimp Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds medium shrimp, peeled and, if you wish, deveined; 1/2 cup mirin (see Notes); 1/4 cup rice vinegar; 1 tablespoon peanut oil; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger; 1 tablespoon fruit vinegar (such as raspberry or passion fruit, preferably, or cider); 1 tablespoon peanut oil; 1/2 teaspoon sugar; 1/4 teaspoon salt, or more to taste; 1/2 pound snow peas, sliced in matchsticks; 3 green onions, sliced in matchsticks; 1 medium carrot, sliced in matchsticks; 1 cup sliced water chestnuts; 2 tablespoons minced fresh basil; 1/2 cup salted cashews or peanuts, for garnish

Servings: persons

1 1/2 pounds medium shrimp, peeled and, if you wish, deveined
1/2 cup mirin (see Notes)
1/4 cup rice vinegar
1 tablespoon peanut oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger
1 tablespoon fruit vinegar (such as raspberry or passion fruit, preferably, or cider)
1 tablespoon peanut oil
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt, or more to taste
1/2 pound snow peas, sliced in matchsticks
3 green onions, sliced in matchsticks
1 medium carrot, sliced in matchsticks
1 cup sliced water chestnuts
2 tablespoons minced fresh basil
1/2 cup salted cashews or peanuts, for garnish

1
Bring your smoker to its appropriate cooking temperature.
2
In a bowl, toss the shrimp with the mirin, vinegar, oil, and garlic.
3
Let the shrimp sit at room temperature for 15 to 20 minutes.
4
Transfer the shrimp to the smoker, preferably on a small grill rack, grill basket, or sheet of heavy-duty foil.
5
Smoke them until just cooked through and fragrant, about 15 to 20 minutes at a temperature of 225 F to 250 F. The shrimp are ready when opaque and slightly firm, with lightly pink exteriors.
6
When the shrimp are cool enough to handle, slice each in half lengthwise.
7
Place the shrimp in a bowl and gently mix in the remaining salad ingredients.
8
Refrigerate the salad covered for at least 30 minutes.
9
Serve chilled, topped with the nuts.

490

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 pounds medium shrimp, peeled and, if you wish, deveined, 1/2 cup mirin (see Notes), 1/4 cup rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon peanut oil, and more.

Yes, Pacific Rim Shrimp Salad falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Pacific Rim Shrimp Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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