Spicy Ginger Shrimp Cocktail

 

Spicy Ginger Shrimp Cocktail

Ingredients

Cocktail Sauce:

• 1/2 c. chili sauce

• 1/3 c. hot mango chutney

• 2 T. chopped fresh cilantro

• 2 tsp. grated peeled fresh ginger

• Juice of 1/2 lime

Shrimp:

• 1 1/2 limes

• 1/2 c. sliced peeled fresh ginger

• Stems from one bunch of cilantro

• 2 tsp. coriander seeds

• 1 tsp. cumin seeds

• 2 tsp. fennel seeds

• 1 tsp. black peppercorns

• 2 lbs. large shrimp peeled and deveined (tails intact)

Instructions

1. Combine the chili sauce, chutney, cilantro, ginger and lime juice to make the cocktail sauce. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

2. Put 2 quarts cold water into a large pot. Squeeze in the lime juice then add the limes to the pot. Add the ginger, cilantro stems, coriander, fennel, cumin, and peppercorns. Bring to a simmer, cover and cook over low heat for 15 minutes. Add the shrimp, cover and remove from the heat. Let sit until just cooked through, 6 to 7 minutes.

3. Drain the shrimp. Refrigerate immediately. When thoroughly chilled, serve the shrimp with the cocktail sauce.