Ginger Shrimp with Basil Ponzu Sauce
Recipe created by Debra Ponzek, coauthor of The Summer House Cookbook

Shrimp with a fabulous twist!

Ingredients:
Makes 20 servings

  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 3 tablespoons lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons canola oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili sauce
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons finely minced ginger
  • 1 clove garlic , finely minced
  • 1/4 cup basil chiffonade (cut into thin strips)
  • 2 pounds large shrimp , shelled and deveined
  • 12 cups chicken broth   or water
  • 2 teaspoons crushed coriander seeds
  • 1-to-2-inch piece ginger , peeled and thinly sliced
  • 4 shallots , peeled and sliced
  • 1 carrot , peeled and sliced
Combine the soy sauce, lime juice, brown sugar, canola oil, chili sauce, 1 ½ tablespoons ginger, garlic and basil; set aside.

In a medium saucepan, combine broth, coriander, ginger, shallots, and carrots. Bring to a boil and simmer 3 to 4 minutes. Return stock to a boil and add shrimp. Cook 1 minute, stirring constantly until shrimp are cooked (should not be translucent when pierced with a knife).

Drain shrimp in a colander. Transfer to a large bowl filled with ice and water, and cool 1 minute. Drain and refrigerate until ready to use. Serve with ponzu sauce on the side.