poached shrimp with ginger soy cocktail sauce

Recipe by
barbara lentz
beulah, MI

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

yield 2 serving(s)
prep time 10 Min
cook time 10 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For poached shrimp with ginger soy cocktail sauce

  • 4 c
    water
  • 3
    inch piece ginger, cut into chunks
  • 2 md
    bay leaves
  • 1 Tbsp
    salt
  • 1 lb
    shrimp, shell on
  • COCKTAIL SAUCE
  • 1/2 c
    ketchup
  • 2 Tbsp
    grated ginger
  • 2 tsp
    soy sauce
  • 2 tsp
    Chinese black vinegar

How To Make poached shrimp with ginger soy cocktail sauce

  • 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.
  • 2
    Meanwhile, mix the ketchup, ginger, soy sauce, and vinegar. Set aside. Place ice cubes in a bowl.
  • 3
    Add the shrimp to the simmering water and cook for about 5 minutes.
  • 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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