Appetizer of aromatic shrimps with Japanese mayonnaise
4 servings
20 minutes
A snack of aromatic shrimp with Japanese mayonnaise is an exquisite dish brought from the depths of Japanese gastronomy, where the freshness of ingredients and harmony of flavors play a key role. The combination of tender royal shrimp infused with lime aroma and a hint of chili creates incredible taste pleasure. This composition is complemented by Japanese mayonnaise with wasabi, rice vinegar, and green onions, adding a refined spiciness to the dish. Perfect for a light aperitif that refreshes and stimulates the appetite. Thanks to its balance of sweet-sour and spicy notes, this dish pairs wonderfully with chilled white wine or sake. Simple to prepare yet impressive in flavor, this recipe will be a great addition to any table where delicacy and originality of taste are valued.
1
Grate the zest of 2 limes on a fine grater and transfer to a bowl. Remove seeds from the chili and chop finely — add to the zest. Add the shrimp, mix well, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 1 hour.
- Lime: 3 pieces
- Fresh chili pepper: 1 piece
- Cooked peeled king prawns: 20 pieces
2
Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, wasabi paste, finely chopped green onion, rice vinegar, grated zest of the remaining lime, and juice of 0.5 lime. Mix well and transfer to a small serving bowl.
- Mayonnaise: 100 g
- Wasabi paste: 2 teaspoons
- Spring onion: 2 stems
- Rice vinegar: 2 tablespoons
- Lime: 3 pieces
- Lime: 3 pieces
3
Transfer the shrimp to a plate, place Japanese mayonnaise next to it, and serve.
- Cooked peeled king prawns: 20 pieces
- Mayonnaise: 100 g