Poached Shrimp Recipe
saffron butter, castelvetrano olives, basil, pickled fresno chiles
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Ingredients
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Poached Shrimp Ingredients
Method
Cooking Directions
- 1
Prepare the Poaching Liquid
In a large pot, bring the water to a boil. Add the saffron threads and salt, allowing the mixture to simmer for about 5 minutes.
- 2
Poach the Shrimp
Add the shrimp to the pot and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and opaque. Remove from heat and drain the shrimp, reserving a little of the poaching liquid.
- 3
Make the Saffron Butter
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Stir in a tablespoon of the reserved poaching liquid and the saffron from the poaching liquid, mixing well.
- 4
Combine Ingredients
In a serving bowl, combine the poached shrimp, Castelvetrano olives, fresh basil, and pickled Fresno chiles. Drizzle the saffron butter over the top, season with black pepper, and toss gently to combine.
- 5
Serve
Serve immediately while warm as an appetizer or light main dish.
