Grilled Shrimp Cocktail (Eating Well)
Grilled Shrimp Cocktail with Yellow Gazpacho Salsa Recipe
Source: © EatingWell Magazine
4 servings
Here’s an American classic, made more elegant with a full-flavored, summery salsa that’s reminiscent of our favorite cold Spanish soup.
Make Ahead Tip: Prepare the salsa (Step 1), cover and refrigerate for up to 1 day.
RECIPE INGREDIENTS
4 medium yellow tomatoes (1 pound), seeded and finely chopped
1 yellow bell pepper, finely chopped
1 medium cucumber, peeled, seeded and finely chopped
1 stalk celery, finely chopped
1/2 small red onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger
2 tablespoons white-wine vinegar
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
Several dashes hot sauce, to taste
1 pound raw shrimp (21-25 per pound), peeled and deveined
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons minced fresh thyme
Tip: To oil a grill rack: Oil a folded paper towel, hold it with tongs and rub it over the rack. (Do not use cooking spray on a hot grill).
RECIPE METHOD
Mix tomatoes, bell pepper, cucumber, celery, onion, chives, vinegar, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, pepper, salt and hot sauce in a large bowl. Cover and chill for at least 20 minutes or up to 1 day.
Mix shrimp, garlic and thyme in a medium bowl; cover and refrigerate for 20 minutes.
Coat a grill pan with cooking spray and heat over medium-high heat or preheat the grill to medium-high and oil the grill rack (see Tip). Cook the shrimp until pink and firm, about 2 minutes per side. Serve the shrimp with the salsa in martini glasses or bowls.