poached shrimp with ginger soy cocktail sauce

Name: Poached Shrimp With Ginger Soy Cocktail Sauce
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 4 cup(s) water; 3 - inch piece ginger, cut into chunks; 2 medium bay leaves; 1 tablespoon(s) salt; 1 pound(s) shrimp, shell on; ## COCKTAIL SAUCE; 1/2 cup(s) ketchup; 2 tablespoon(s) grated ginger; 2 teaspoon(s) soy sauce; 2 teaspoon(s) Chinese black vinegar

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barbara lentz

beulah, MI

Updated on May 8, 2025

This is a great recipe for a quick, light lunch.

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prep time 10 Min

cook time 10 Min

method Stove Top

yield 2 serving(s)

Ingredients

4 cups water
3 - inch piece ginger, cut into chunks
2 medium bay leaves
1 tablespoon salt
1 pound shrimp, shell on
COCKTAIL SAUCE
1/2 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons grated ginger
2 teaspoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons Chinese black vinegar

How To Make poached shrimp with ginger soy cocktail sauce

Step 1

Place the water, ginger pieces, bay leaves, and salt in a large pot. Bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and simmer 10 minutes.

Step 2

Meanwhile, mix the ketchup, ginger, soy sauce, and vinegar. Set aside. Place ice cubes in a bowl.
Step 3

Add the shrimp to the simmering water and cook for about 5 minutes.
Step 4

With a slotted spoon, place the shrimp on top of the ice and let them cook a bit. Serve with the cocktail sauce.
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