Firecracker Shrimp Salad Recipes

FIRECRACKER SHRIMP

Steps:

• In a small bowl, combine the apricot preserves, oil, soy sauce and pepper flakes. Thread shrimp onto metal or soaked wooden skewers., Grill, uncovered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 2-3 minutes on each side or until shrimp turn pink, basting frequently with apricot mixture.

FIRECRACKER SHRIMP SALAD

Steps:

• To make Firecracker Shrimp:.
• Mix sriracha and sauces for coating. Bread shrimp in cornstarch. Deep fry the shrimp until cooked and drain on paper towel. Place shrimp in a bowl and coat with the sauce.
• To Prepare Purple Potatoes:.
• After cubed, coat potatoes with olive oil and salt. Bake at 375F for 10-15 minutes.
• To Prepare Greens:.
• Dress mixed greens, avocados and cucumbers with olive oil and rice wine vinegar.
• To Assemble:.
• In a large sheet pan (16"Lx12"Wx1.5H), make a layer with the greens. Set the purple potatoes on the upper left corner, making the blue box portion of the American flag.
• Lay down a row of shrimp for the red stripe, lay down a row of blue cheese for the white stripe, and repeat until the tray is covered with stripes, making the American flag.

FIRECRACKER SHRIMP RECIPE

Steps:

• Whisk together the chili-garlic sauce, chili oil, sriracha, vinegar, honey, cayenne, lime juice and a bit of salt and pepper together in a small bowl until mixed. This is your firecracker shrimp marinade and glaze.
• Add the shrimp to a large bowl and add half of firecracker shrimp marinade. Toss to evenly coat the shrimp. Refrigerate for 5 to 10 minutes, though you can cook immediately if desired.
• Heat the olive oil in a large pan to medium heat. Add the shrimp and cook 2-3 minutes per side, until the shrimp is pink and cooked through.
• Brush on the remaining firecracker shrimp glaze. Reserve any leftover marinade/glaze for serving.
• Garnish and serve!