SHRIMP COCKTAIL WITH SERRANO-MINT SAUCE

Shrimp Cocktail with Serrano-Mint Sauce image

Provided by Bobby Flay

Time 25m

Yield about 36 shrimp

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound large shrimp (about 36)
Kosher salt
Chili oil, for drizzling, optional
Fresh cilantro leaves
Serrano-Mint Sauce, recipe follows
1 cup tightly packed fresh mint leaves, plus more for garnish
2 serrano chiles, chopped
4 cloves garlic, chopped
1 (1-inch) piece fresh ginger, peeled and chopped
2 teaspoons sugar
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons fish sauce
Kosher salt

Steps:

For the shrimp: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Turn off heat, add shrimp, and let stand in water until just cooked through, about 3 minutes. Drain and cool. Peel shrimp, leaving tails on, and devein. Season shrimp with salt. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
For the serrano-mint sauce: Place all ingredients, except for salt, in a blender. Pulse until smooth. Season with salt. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use. Bring to room temperature before serving.
Bring shrimp to room temperature just before serving. Drizzle with chili oil, if using. Sprinkle shrimp with a few cilantro leaves. Serve shrimp with serrano-mint sauce for dipping.