Cold spiced shrimp

3 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
½poundsMedium-size raw shrimp
1tablespoonDry sherry
1tablespoonMinced fresh ginger
1teaspoonSalt
4Whole green onions, finely chopped
1teaspoonSzechwan peppercorns
cupWater (more or less)

Directions

Wash unshelled shrimp, then place in a small pan. Add ginger, onion, sherry, salt and peppercorns. Barely cover with water. Bring to simmer, then cover and cook just until shrimp turn pink (about 3 to 4 minutes). Chill shrimp in stock, then shell and devein. Return to stock, cover and chill. Drain stock before serving.

Makes 3 servings