Chilli Shrimp with Basil
2 servings
500g large shrimp, peeled and de-veined
pinch of salt to taste
1/2 sweet red pepper
8 chives
2 tbs unsalted roasted peanuts
------ SAUCE ------
2 tbs fish sauce
2 tbs lime juice
2 Tbs Water
2 tsp Sugar
1 tsp Chinese chili sauce
2 Garlic cloves, finely minced
2 Tbs Chopped fresh basil
1. Bring a large amount of lightly salted water to a rapid boil and add the Shrimp.
2. Cook the Shrimp for 1 - 2 minutes.
3. Remove the Shrimp immediately to a bowl of ice water to cool.
4. Mince and place in separate containers the red pepper and chives.
5. Finely chop the peanuts in a food processor and set aside. Combine the sauce ingredients and mix well.
6. Lay 1/2 lb of Shrimp on each plate. Top with Peanut mixture, red peppers, chives, and sauce.
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