Shrimp-and-Jicama Salad
Published June 13, 1998
- Total Time
- 15 minutes, plus refrigeration
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Ingredients
2 cups jicama, cut into ¼-inch julienne
1 tablespoon minced coriander leaves
1 tablespoon minced mint leaves
1 teaspoon kosher salt
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons lime juice
12 medium shrimp, cooked and peeled
¼ cup unsalted peanuts, roughly chopped
2 tablespoons fried shallots
6 sprigs fresh coriander for garnish
Preparation
- Step 1
In a large bowl, combine the jicama, minced coriander leaves, mint, salt, sugar and lime juice and toss. Split the shrimp in half and add them to the salad. Cover and refrigerate from 1 to 4 hours. Garnish with the peanuts, shallots and coriander and serve.
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I add a lot more lime juice and coriander. I’ve never managed to have both the coriander and the mint at the same time but it’s still a lovely dish. I’ve never had the peanuts either but will try adding a dollop of almond butter into the mix, now that I finally have the shallots.
