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Shrimp in kataifi dough with apricot jam sauce

17/11/2023

This recipe is a delightful blend of sea and sweetness, with a crunchy twist provided by the kataifi dough. Here is how to prepare shrimp in kataifi dough with apricot jam sauce:

Ingredients

  • 12 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 200 g of kataifi dough
  • 100 g of melted butter
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Apricot jam, about 150 g
  • Balsamic vinegar, 1 tablespoon
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • Extra virgin olive oil

Preparation

  1. Start by preparing the shrimp. Remove the intestinal tract by gently slicing along the back, and then wash them under cold running water. Dry them with paper towels and season with a pinch of salt and pepper.

  2. Take the kataifi dough and gently unroll it. If it is too long, cut the strands so that they are manageable. Wrap each shrimp in the kataifi dough, leaving only the tail exposed for easier handling when eating. To better manage the kataifi dough, keep it covered with a damp cloth to prevent it from drying out as you work.

  3. Once the shrimp are completely wrapped, brush each one with melted butter.

  4. Heat a pan with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil. When the oil is hot, lay the shrimp in and cook until the dough becomes golden and crispy, turning them once to ensure even cooking.

  5. While the shrimp are cooking, you can prepare the sauce. In a small pot, combine the apricot jam with a tablespoon of balsamic vinegar and lemon juice. Let the sauce warm up over low heat, stirring occasionally, until it reaches a slightly fluid consistency.

  6. Once ready, serve the shrimp hot, accompanied by the warm or room temperature apricot jam sauce.

Curiosity

Kataifi dough is very popular in Middle Eastern and Greek cuisine and is often used for sweets. The challenge of using it in a savory dish with shrimp is an example of how the cuisines of different cultures can merge to create new and surprising dishes. The crunchiness of the kataifi dough and the sweetness of the apricot jam enhance the delicate and succulent flavor of the shrimp, providing a very pleasant contrast of textures and flavors to the palate.