Gingered shrimp appetizer

4 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
2tablespoonsTeriyaki sauce
teaspoonChopped pared ginger root
2tablespoonsRice vinegar
1teaspoonDry sherry
½teaspoonGranulated sugar
1dashSalt
8ouncesShelled, deveined cooked large shrimp
½mediumCucumber, pared, cut into sticks

Directions

In small flameproof container or metal measuring cup bring teriyaki sauce to a boil. Reduce heat to low, add ginger, and let simmer until liquid is slightly reduced, about 3 minutes. Add vinegar, sherry, sugar, and salt and stir to combine; let simmer 3 minutes.

In glass or stainless -steel container large enough to hold shrimp in single layer arrange shrimp,; pour in teriyaki mixture aand toss to coat. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 3 hours.

Use slotted spoon to remove shrimp to serving plate. Pour marinade into small bowl and serve as dipping sauce with shrimp and cucumber.

Makes 4 servings

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