Shrimp with Spicy Peanut Sauce

* Exported from MasterCook *

Shrimp with Spicy Peanut Sauce

Recipe By : Nathalie Dupree Cooks (1996) TVFN
Serving Size : 8 Preparation Time :0:20
Categories : Seafood Entree

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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2 tablespoons fresh ginger root -- finely chopped
2 garlic cloves -- chopped
1/3 cup red wine vinegar
1/3 cup creamy peanut butter
2 teaspoons hot red pepper flakes
1/2 cup soy sauce
3 cups water -- (3-4)
1 lemon -- sliced
1 1/2 pounds large shrimp
1/2 cup soy sauce

In a blender or food processor, combine the ginger, garlic, vinegar, peanut
butter, red pepper flakes, and soy sauce. Process until well blended and
chill. The sauce can be made and refrigerated up to 2 days in advance.

In a large saucepan, bring the water to the boil with the lemon slices and soy
sauce. Drop in the shrimp, reduce the heat to a simmer, and cook 2 to 3
minutes, or until they turn pink. Drain, peel, and devein the shrimp. Chill
them until ready to serve. The cooked shrimp can be refrigerated up to 2 to 3
days. To serve, arrange the shrimp on a platter with a bowl of the sauce and
toothpicks. Yield: 6-8 servings [patH mcRecipe]


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