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