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Steamed Shrimp Bread

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This unique savory preparation transforms simple ingredients into a bold, flavorful dip or spread. The combination of sweet chili sauce, rich butter, and briny anchovy fillets creates a deep umami profile that perfectly complements the sweetness of the chilled shrimp. It is a striking appetizer or party snack that offers a burst of heat and savory depth in every bite. The texture is smooth and creamy yet chunky with the shrimp, making it incredibly satisfying to eat. While titled "bread," this recipe functions best as a hot, steamed dip served alongside crusty bread for scooping. It is an excellent choice for seafood lovers looking for something beyond standard cocktail sauce, offering a warm, comforting, and intensely flavorful experience that pairs beautifully with a crisp white wine or a cold beer.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Calories: 607.3
Dietary: Gluten-free
Description
This unique savory preparation transforms simple ingredients into a bold, flavorful dip or spread. The combination of sweet chili sauce, rich butter, and briny anchovy fillets creates a deep umami profile that perfectly complements the sweetness of the chilled shrimp. It is a striking appetizer or party snack that offers a burst of heat and savory depth in every bite. The texture is smooth and creamy yet chunky with the shrimp, making it incredibly satisfying to eat. While titled "bread," this recipe functions best as a hot, steamed dip served alongside crusty bread for scooping. It is an excellent choice for seafood lovers looking for something beyond standard cocktail sauce, offering a warm, comforting, and intensely flavorful experience that pairs beautifully with a crisp white wine or a cold beer.
Ingredients
  • 1 cup Chili sauce
  • 12 Chilled cooked and peeled shrimp
  • 2 Cans (2 oz each) anchovy fillets
  • 1/2 cup Margarine or butter, softened
  • 2 Cloves garlic, cut into halves
Directions
  1. 1
    Drain the anchovy fillets well and chop them finely or mash them into a paste using a fork.
  2. 2
    In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the softened butter or margarine.
  3. 3
    Add the garlic halves to the melted butter and saut&# 195;© gently for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn them.
  4. 4
    Stir in the chopped anchovies into the garlic butter and cook for another minute until the anchovies begin to dissolve into the mixture.
  5. 5
    Pour in the chili sauce and stir to combine with the anchovy butter mixture, heating through until warm and bubbly.
  6. 6
    Remove from heat and fold in the chilled, cooked shrimp gently to avoid breaking them apart.
  7. 7
    Transfer the mixture to a heatproof serving dish or steam bowl.
  8. 8
    Cover and steam for approximately 5-10 minutes, or until the shrimp are heated through and the flavors have melded together.
  9. 9
    Serve immediately while hot, accompanied by crusty bread for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Amount Per Serving
Calories 607.3kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 30.6g48%
Saturated Fat 8.1g41%
Cholesterol 456.0mg152%
Sodium 2630.4mg110%
Total Carbohydrate 29.6g10%
Dietary Fiber 20.4g82%
Sugars 5.4g
Protein 68.0g136%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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