Yunnan-style Spicy Shrimp Salad (云南麻辣虾沙拉)

云南麻辣虾沙拉 (Yunnan-style Spicy Shrimp Salad) is a refreshing and spicy dish that combines the flavors of Yunnan cuisine with the freshness of a seafood salad.

Yunnan-style Spicy Shrimp Salad (云南麻辣虾沙拉)

Ingredients

  • 1 pound of fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons of Yunnan chili paste
  • 1 tablespoon of soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon of sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon of sugar
  • 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
  • 1 carrot, julienned
  • 1/4 cup of chopped cilantro
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix the Yunnan chili paste, soy sauce, sesame oil, and sugar to make the dressing.
  2. Season the shrimp with salt and cook them in a hot pan for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink.
  3. Combine the cooked shrimp, cucumber, carrot, and cilantro in a large bowl.
  4. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat evenly.
  5. Chill the salad in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
5 minutes
Total time:
25 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Protein
20g
Fat
15g
Carbohydrates
10g

Supplies

Large bowl Pan Knife Cutting board

Tools

Mixing spoon Tongs

Serving suggestions

Serve the Yunnan-style Spicy Shrimp Salad as a refreshing appetizer or a light main course.

Tips & tricks

For an extra kick of heat, add some freshly chopped Yunnan chili peppers to the salad.

Cost

$15