BLACK PEPPER SHRIMP
This dish, adapted from Lucy Carvalho, the cookbook author Nik Sharma's grandmother, owes its fragrance and fiery bite to a generous amount of crushed black peppercorns in a velvety gravy. Like many other Indian home cooks, Ms. Carvalho, who lived in the coastal city of Mumbai, took the Indo-Chinese dish black pepper chicken and substituted shrimp instead. Some versions of this dish call for curry leaves to be fried with the spices, or they might call for another protein in place of the shrimp, like tilapia, cod or catfish. Here, the peppercorns are infused in hot oil, then left to steep as the dish cooks. Fish sauce bolsters the savoriness, but can be left out. For an even stronger bump of heat, increase the amount of black pepper and toss in a sliced serrano. Serve it all over rice for a fast, satisfying dinner.
Provided by Nik Sharma
Categories weekday, seafood, main course
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium-high. Add the black peppercorns and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the onion and half the scallions, and sauté, scraping the bottom of the pot as necessary, until the onions turn translucent, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Add the green and red bell peppers and sauté until they begin to soften, about 3 to 4 minutes. Add the shrimp and sauté for 1 minute, then stir in 2 cups water, the soy sauce and fish sauce (if using). Bring the liquid to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook the shrimp just until they turn pink, about 2 minutes. (Keep an eye on them: The shrimp can turn rubbery quickly.)
- Working quickly as the liquid cooks, mix the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons water in a small bowl to form a slurry. Add this mixture to the saucepan as soon as the shrimp turns pink, and cook over medium heat until the sauce thickens, about 30 seconds. Remove from the heat and add more soy sauce, to taste, if desired. Garnish with the cilantro and remaining scallions. Serve hot or warm with rice.
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Farhad Hossain Akash
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The shrimp are always cooked perfectly and the sauce is so flavorful.
Pathan1122 Pathan1122
[email protected]This dish was easy to make and turned out great! I served it with a side of rice and it was a delicious meal.
md sokkur
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of shrimp, but I tried this recipe and it was surprisingly good. The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful. I would definitely make this again.
Jawadali Khan
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover shrimp. I had some cooked shrimp in the fridge and I didn't know what to do with them. I found this recipe and it was perfect! The shrimp turned out great and the sauce was delicious.
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[email protected]I made this dish for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the shrimp and the sauce. I will definitely be making this again.
Kimberly Gamez
[email protected]I've tried many black pepper shrimp recipes, but this one is by far the best. The shrimp were cooked to perfection and the sauce was rich and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again!
Hadi Jan
[email protected]This dish was easy to make and turned out great! I served it with a side of steamed broccoli and it was a healthy and delicious meal.
XarianNotHere
[email protected]I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of black pepper. But I'm so glad I did! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful without being too spicy.
Kumera Negassa
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the shrimp turned out perfectly. The sauce was also delicious, but I added a little extra garlic because I love garlic.
Yennsa Derie
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always been a crowd-pleaser.
Nyiko Karal
[email protected]I made this dish last night and it was amazing! The shrimp were so tender and juicy, and the sauce was just the right amount of spicy.
Joann Maringola
[email protected]This black pepper shrimp recipe was a hit! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful and delicious. I served it over rice and it was a great meal.