Boiled king prawns
Description
The appetizer is quick and easy to prepare. Look, it can be served warm or chilled.
Instructions
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Step 1
Prepare the shrimp: wash them, remove the shell and legs. If desired, you can leave the tail.
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Step 2
Be sure to remove the vein.
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Step 3
Bring water to a boil in a pot; there should not be much of it, the main thing is that the shrimp are covered. Add lemon, spices, salt, and minced garlic, and let it boil for a minute before adding the shrimp.
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Step 4
Then transfer the shrimp to a saucepan and reduce the heat. Simmer for about 3 minutes, until they turn pink.
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Step 5
After that, it is better to immerse the shrimp in cold water with ice for a few minutes, so they will not become rubbery. The cooled shrimp can be used to prepare a salad or another appetizer.
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Step 6
They are best served with a light hot sauce.