Salt-Grilled Shrimp: Enjoying the Freshness of the Season
Perfect Recipe for Sweet and Juicy Seasonal Salt-Grilled Shrimp
Here’s a detailed guide on how to make delicious salt-grilled shrimp at home, capturing the true flavor of fresh, seasonal shrimp. Perfect for a simple yet satisfying meal!
Ingredients- 12 fresh raw shrimp (medium-sized)
- 1/3 cup coarse sea salt
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Properly cleaning the shrimp is key. First, make a light saltwater solution by adding a little water to the 1/3 cup of coarse sea salt. Gently rub the shrimp in this solution to clean the outer shell, which helps remove impurities. For a second rinse, hold the shrimp under cold running water and rinse them thoroughly. After cleaning, place the shrimp in a colander to drain excess water. Letting them drain well will ensure they cook up deliciously.
Step 2
Now, let’s prepare for grilling. Line the bottom of a frying pan with aluminum foil. This makes cleanup significantly easier later! Once the foil is in place, spread the coarse sea salt evenly across the bottom of the pan. The salt not only seasons the shrimp beautifully but also helps absorb excess moisture, keeping them tender and juicy as they cook.
Step 3
Arrange the cleaned raw shrimp on the hot salt bed, ensuring their tails are all facing the same direction. Try not to overlap the shrimp too much; having them slightly touch by the tail can help them cook evenly and taste even better. It also looks more appealing!
Step 4
Cover the pan with a lid and start grilling the shrimp over medium-low heat on your stovetop. Cooking over medium-low heat, rather than high heat, allows the shrimp to cook through gently and remain moist inside while preventing the outside from burning. The total cooking time for salt-grilled shrimp typically ranges from 15 to 18 minutes, depending on shrimp size and heat level. Keep an eye on them as they cook.
Step 5
About 10 minutes after you start cooking, carefully lift the lid and use tongs to gently flip the shrimp. Be careful not to damage the tails when turning them. Ensure all the shrimp are flipped to face the opposite direction. This step ensures that both sides of the shrimp are evenly browned and cooked to perfection, resulting in a delightful texture.
Step 6
After a total of 17 minutes of cooking, your delicious salt-grilled shrimp will be ready! The shells should have turned a vibrant red, and the flesh will look plump and opaque, indicating they are perfectly cooked. Enjoy them immediately while they are hot to experience the wonderfully sweet and firm texture of the shrimp. They are also great served with a squeeze of lemon juice or a side of chili sauce!
