Pea Shoots With Shrimp, Bacon, And Chives Recipe

Name: Pea Shoots With Shrimp, Bacon, And Chives
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: kosher salt; 1/2 lb large shrimp, shell on; 6 slices bacon, roughly chopped; 2 shallots, finely chopped; 1/3 cup malt vinegar; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 2 teaspoons sugar; fresh ground black pepper; 8 ounces pea shoots; 1/2 cup fresh chives, chopped; 2 tablespoons fresh tarragon, chopped

Servings: persons

1
Bring 2 quarts of salted water to a boil; prepare and ice water bath.
2
Add shrimp and cook until opaque, about 2 minutes; place in the ice water bath for 5 minutes, then peel, and transfer to a bowl.
3
Cook bacon in a large skillet, over medium high heat, stirring often, until crisp, 8 to 10 minutes; remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper toweling.
4
Add shallots to skillet and cook until just softened, about 1 or 2 minutes; whisk in vinegar, mustard, sugar, salt and pepper.
5
Add pea shoots, season with salt and pepper, and toss to combine.
6
To serve: Transfer pea shoots to a serving bowl, top with shrimp, and sprinkle with crumbled bacon, chives, and tarragon.

315

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: kosher salt, 1/2 lb large shrimp, shell on, 6 slices bacon, roughly chopped, 2 shallots, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Pea Shoots With Shrimp, Bacon, And Chives 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Pea Shoots With Shrimp, Bacon, And Chives

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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