Chilled Shrimp with Basil Ponzu Sauce

Elevate your appetizer game with this irresistible recipe for Chilled Shrimp with Basil Ponzu Sauce. Perfectly cooked jumbo shrimp are quickly chilled to preserve their tender texture, then paired with a vibrant, homemade ponzu sauce infused with fresh basil for a unique twist. This quick, make-ahead dish combines the salty tang of soy sauce, the zing of lime juice, and the subtle heat of ginger and garlic for a flavor-packed experience. Served with a garnish of green onions and sesame seeds for added freshness and crunch, this recipe is an elegant, Asian-inspired choice for entertaining or a light, refreshing starter. Simple to make in just 25 minutes, it’s a surefire crowd-pleaser for your next gathering!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Raw jumbo shrimp (peeled and deveined, tails on)
• 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
• 1 whole Lemon (sliced, for poaching water)
• 4 cups Ice
• 0.25 cup Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon Brown sugar
• 1 clove Garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger (grated)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh basil leaves (chopped)
• 2 stalks Green onions (thinly sliced for garnish)
• 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Fill a large pot with water and add the kosher salt and lemon slices. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.

Step 2

While the water is heating, prepare an ice bath by filling a large bowl with 4 cups of ice and cold water; set aside.

Step 3

Carefully add the shrimp to the boiling water and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and opaque.

Step 4

Using a slotted spoon, immediately transfer the cooked shrimp to the prepared ice bath to stop the cooking process. Let the shrimp chill for 5 minutes.

Step 5

While the shrimp is chilling, prepare the basil ponzu sauce. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, lime juice, sesame oil, brown sugar, minced garlic, and grated ginger until the sugar dissolves.

Step 6

Stir in the chopped basil leaves to the sauce and set aside.

Step 7

Drain the shrimp from the ice bath and pat them dry with paper towels. Arrange them on a serving platter.

Step 8

Drizzle the basil ponzu sauce over the shrimp or serve it on the side as a dipping sauce.

Step 9

Garnish the shrimp with sliced green onions and sesame seeds, if desired. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1203.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	690.9

Total Fat 17.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.9g
Cholesterol 857.3mg	0%
Sodium 3407.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 23.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.7g	0%
Total Sugars 7.5g
Protein 116.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 418.7mg	0%
Iron 3.8mg	0%
Potassium 1670.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 22.1%

Protein: 64.9%

Carbs: 12.9%