CORNMEAL CRUSTED SHRIMP WITH SPICY 3-2-1 SAUCE AND CHAYOTE SALAD

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Cornmeal Crusted Shrimp with Spicy 3-2-1 Sauce and Chayote Salad image

Provided by Ming Tsai

Categories     appetizer

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 25

20 large shrimp, peeled to the tail, de-veined
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon black pepper (mixed with flour)
3 eggs lightly beaten
1 cup cornmeal
Salt and black pepper
3-2-1 Sauce, recipe follows
Chayote Salad, recipe follows
Canola oil, for sauteing
2 jalapenos, seeded and julienned
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1/2 tablespoon minced ginger
1/6 cup sugar
1/2 cup rice vinegar
1/3 cup soy sauce
2 medium tomatoes, 1/4-inch dice
2 tablespoons butter
Salt and black pepper
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 limes, juiced
1/4 cup canola oil
2 limes, juiced and zested
Salt and pepper
2 chayotes, peeled and fine julienned
3 scallions, 1/16-inch sliced, green part only

Steps:

  • Preheat a fryer to 375 degrees F.
  • Dredge the shrimp in flour/pepper, then egg, last cornmeal. Fry until golden brown and delicious, about 4 minutes. Drain and season with salt and pepper.
  • On a plate, place a small amount of the salad in the middle. Surround the salad with the sauce and place 5 shrimp leaning against the salad.
  • In a non-reactive saute pan coated lightly with oil, saute jalapenos, garlic, and ginger until brown, about 4 minutes. Add sugar and deglaze with vinegar and soy. Reduce by 50 percent and add tomatoes and butter. Check for seasoning.
  • In a bowl, whisk together the mustard, juice and oil. Add the zest and toss with the chayote, and scallions. Season with salt and pepper. This should be done 10 minutes before serving.

Nicolas James
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This is one of the best shrimp dishes I've ever had.


Tevaro Tevi
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I'm going to try making this dish with different types of fish.


Waylon Smith
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion.


christopher martins
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I'm not a big fan of shrimp, but I loved this dish.


Umer Umernasir
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort.


Kavidu Dulaksha
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I had some trouble finding chayote, but I used cucumber instead and it worked out great.


Sulmanmalik Sulman
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The shrimp were a bit overcooked, but the sauce and salad were delicious.


Danger Gaming
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This dish was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I'm sure it would be perfect for someone who likes a little heat.


CE BLOCK Gamer
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a new favorite in my household.


Ayubi Shorder
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This recipe is a keeper! I will definitely be making this again and again.


Delwar Hossain
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I made this dish for my family and they loved it! Even my picky kids ate it all up.


Rasheed Rasheed
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and the results are delicious.


Kaden Jansen
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The shrimp, the sauce, and the salad all come together perfectly.


Shadi Shadi
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I followed the recipe exactly and the shrimp turned out perfectly. The cornmeal crust was crispy and the shrimp were cooked through without being overdone.


black bird
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I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge hit! Everyone raved about the shrimp and the sauce. I will definitely be making this again.


MDmasud1299 MDmasud1299
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This cornmeal-crusted shrimp dish was an absolute delight! The shrimp were crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and the spicy 3-2-1 sauce added a perfect kick of heat. The chayote salad was a refreshing and flavorful accompaniment.