Shrimply Delish- Shrimp W/ Cilantro and Sweet & Sour Glaze Recipe

Name: Shrimply Delish- Shrimp W/ Cilantro and Sweet & Sour Glaze
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ⅓ cup plus 1 tbs water; ¼ cup seasoned rice vinegar; 2 teaspoons finely chopped lemongrass, inner white bulb only; 2 teaspoons minced peeled fresh ginger; 1 teaspoon lime zest; ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 1 ½ teaspoons cornstarch; ½ cups water; 1 tablespoon kosher salt; 24 shrimp (medium to large); 24 fresh cilantro leaves, for garnishing

Servings: persons

⅓ cup plus 1 tbs water
¼ cup seasoned rice vinegar
2 teaspoons finely chopped lemongrass, inner white bulb only
2 teaspoons minced peeled fresh ginger
1 teaspoon lime zest
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 ½ teaspoons cornstarch
½ cups water
1 tablespoon kosher salt
24 shrimp (medium to large)
24 fresh cilantro leaves, for garnishing

1
Combine 1/3 cup of water, vinegar, lemongrass, ginger, lime zest and crushed red pepper in a small nonreactive saucepan.
2
Dissolve the cornstarch in 1 Tbs water in a small bowl and add to the vinegar mixture using whisk.
3
Bring to a boil over medium heat, whisking at least twice.
4
Boil for 1 minute.
5
Transfer to a bowl and refrigerate until chilled.
6
Bring the remaining 12 cups of water and kosher salt to a boil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
7
Add the shrimp and cook until opaque in the center, about 3 minutes.
8
Strain.
9
Arrange on baking sheet with a lip.
10
Refrigerate until partially chilled.
11
To assemble: Peel the shrimp, leaving the tail attached.
12
Cut a slit (1/2 to 1/4 inch deep) down the back of each shrimp from the top to the tail.
13
Be careful not to cut completely through the shrimp.
14
Rinse the shrimp in a bowl of cold water to remove the vein.
15
Transfer to a paper towel lined plate to absorb any excess water.
16
Place a cilantro sprig in the cut of each shrimp.
17
Brush with glaze before serving- I put remaining sauce in bowl on plate with shrimp :).

745

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

156

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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: ⅓ cup plus 1 tbs water, ¼ cup seasoned rice vinegar, 2 teaspoons finely chopped lemongrass, inner white bulb only, 2 teaspoons minced peeled fresh ginger, and more.

Yes, Shrimply Delish- Shrimp W/ Cilantro and Sweet & Sour Glaze 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.

Shrimply Delish- Shrimp W/ Cilantro and Sweet & Sour Glaze

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