Salt and Pepper Gambas (Spanish-Style Shrimp) |
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Prep Time: 25 Minutes Cook Time: 10 Minutes |
Ready In: 35 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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A multicoloured array of peppercorns and chillies ground together adds fire to these deep-fried Spanish shrimp scented with ginger and garlic. Ingredients:
1 lb raw jumbo shrimp, peeled and intestinal threads removed |
vegetable oil, for deep-frying |
1 bunch scallion, cut into 1 1/2in pieces |
6 garlic cloves, thinly sliced |
1 inch piece fresh gingerroot, peeled and finely shredded |
2/3 ounce sea salt, plus extra for soaking |
2/3 ounce ground mixed peppercorns, and |
chile, such as black pepper, green pepper, chilli powder, cayenne pepper and szechuan pepper |
1 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped |
Directions:
1. Soak the shrimp in a large bowl of salty cold water for 20 minutes. Rinse thoroughly and pat the prawns dry with paper towels.
2. Heat a generous quantity of vegetable oil in a deep-fryer to 350F then fry the shrimp for just 20 seconds, working in batches if necessary. Drain on paper towels.
3. Lightly coat a wok with some oil and stir-fry the scallions, garlic and ginger.
4. Add the deep-fried shrimp and the salt and pepper. Stir-fry for 20 seconds and serve hot with chopped cilantro sprinkled on top.
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