Shrimp and Crab Meat Salad With Jalapeno Chilies

Name: Shrimp and Crab Meat Salad With Jalapeno Chilies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound medium-size shrimp; 8 whole allspice berries; Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste; 1/2 pound fresh crab meat, preferably lump; 1 cup homemade mayonnaise (see recipe); Juice of 1 lime; 2 jalapeno chilies, chopped, about 1 tablespoon; 1/4 cup finely chopped loosely packed fresh coriander or chopped parsley; 1/4 cup chopped scallions; 16 large, firm, unblemished spinach leaves, trimmed of the stem, rinsed well and patted dry; 16 radicchio or endive leaves, trimmed; 1 head Boston lettuce, cut into bite-size pieces; 4 sprigs coriander for garnish

Servings: persons

1 pound medium-size shrimp
8 whole allspice berries
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1/2 pound fresh crab meat, preferably lump
1 cup homemade mayonnaise (see recipe)
Juice of 1 lime
2 jalapeno chilies, chopped, about 1 tablespoon
1/4 cup finely chopped loosely packed fresh coriander or chopped parsley
1/4 cup chopped scallions
16 large, firm, unblemished spinach leaves, trimmed of the stem, rinsed well and patted dry
16 radicchio or endive leaves, trimmed
1 head Boston lettuce, cut into bite-size pieces
4 sprigs coriander for garnish

1
Put the shrimp in a saucepan and add the allspice, salt and pepper.
2
Add cold water to barely cover and bring to a boil.
3
Remove from the heat and let the shrimp stand until they are at room temperature.
4
Shell and devein the shrimp and set aside.
5
Pick over the crab meat to remove bits of shell and cartilage.
6
Put the mayonnaise, lime juice, chilies, coriander, scallions, salt and pepper in a bowl.
7
Add the shrimp and crab meat and toss lightly to blend without breaking the lumps.
8
Arrange 4 spinach leaves on each of 4 individual serving dishes.
9
Dinner plates are recommended.
10
Arrange alternately the radicchio or endive leaves between the spinach leaves.
11
Arrange equal portions of Boston lettuce leaves in the center of each serving.
12
Spoon an equal portion of the shrimp and crab meat mixture over the center of each plate.
13
Garnish with coriander sprigs.
14
Serve chilled.

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound medium-size shrimp, 8 whole allspice berries, Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste, 1/2 pound fresh crab meat, preferably lump, and more.

Yes, Shrimp and Crab Meat Salad With Jalapeno Chilies 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.

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Shrimp and Crab Meat Salad With Jalapeno Chilies

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