Shrimps in kataifi pastry with apricot jam sauce
- Energy Kcal 875
- Carbohydrates g 70.5
- of which sugars g 42.3
- Protein g 11.7
- Fats g 60.7
- of which saturated fat g 16.14
- Fiber g 3.4
- Cholesterol mg 84
- Sodium mg 879
- Difficulty: Easy
- Prep time: 25 min
- Cook time: 20 min
- Serving: 4
- Cost: Average
PRESENTATION
Alright, so here's the deal: gamberi in pasta kataifi is a dish that's just, well, impressive. Like, really impressive. It’s got this amazing Greek tradition vibe, but with a twist that makes it stand out. Imagine shrimp wrapped in these crispy, noodle-like kataifi threads. Then, they're fried to a golden perfection. Seriously good. This Greek pastry—it's all about texture. Each bite is this mix of crunchy and juicy.
Now, you place the shrimp on fresh salad greens. Looks fancy, right? But it's approachable. You see this kind of appetizer at parties where seafood needs to feel special. And look, that pastry nest? Way, way different from your usual breading.
And here's the thing, the ricetta gamberi fritti really shines with its sauce. You’ve got this salsa alla confettura di albicocca. It's a sweet, soft kick that's not like your usual dips. The apricot jam? Adds this sweet, slightly tangy flavor. It's a perfect match for the salty seafood and moist shrimp. I mean, it might catch you by surprise at first, but people love it.
Fans of gamberi croccanti and anyone looking for new pasta kataifi ideas are all over how this sauce just ties everything together. Plus, this is one of those gourmet seafood recipes that's fresh and fun—not just for looks, but for how the flavors blend. Pretty much what you want.
When served, it gives off this creative vibe—thanks to the Greek kataifi pastry and that really, really good apricot sauce. Everybody’s gonna want to try it. It's a mix of tradition and imagination, creating an appetizer that's both elegant and inviting. Whether it's a special occasion or just a whim, this dish lets you explore textures and flavors that'll definitely hit the spot.
INGREDIENTS
- Ingredients for the shrimps
- Shrimps 12 - (whole)
- Kataifi paste 1.1 lbs (500 g)
- Fine salt 1 pinch
- Black pepper 1 pinch
- Thyme 6 sprigs
- To season and garnish
- Apricot jam 1 cup (250 g)
- Mixed salad 4 cups (200 g)
- Extra virgin olive oil 3 tbsp (40 g)
- Fine salt 1 pinch
- Black pepper 1 pinch
- Lemon juice ½
- Mint 3 leaves
- For frying
- Peanut seed oil 2.3 cups (500 g)
How to prepare Shrimps in kataifi pastry with apricot jam sauce
To prepare the shrimps in kataifi pastry with apricot jam sauce, start by cleaning the shrimps: you should leave the head and tail intact, then gently detach the carapace from the shrimps 1, then cut the back with a small knife and remove the intestine 2. Salt and pepper the shrimps 3, sprinkle them with thyme leaves
then skewer them with a toothpick (4-5): this way you will be able to wrap the shrimps more easily with the kataifi pastry and they will hold their shape during cooking. Now take the kataifi pastry (available frozen in supermarkets, so you should thaw it in the fridge before use); shred it with your hands 6 to spread out the strands.
Then wrap each shrimp starting from the head, up to the tail to cover the entire central part (7-8). Fry a few shrimps at a time in plenty of hot seed oil, for about 3 minutes (the temperature should not exceed 338-356°F) 9; when they are golden, drain them with a slotted spoon
Then salt 10 and pepper the salad to taste, then prepare a citronette: pour the olive oil into a small bowl, add the juice of half a squeezed lemon 11, the chopped mint leaves, and emulsify everything 12, then season the mixed salad greens.
Distribute it on the serving plates 13, also season with apricot jam around the salad and place three shrimps per portion 14: your shrimps in kataifi pastry with apricot jam sauce are ready to be enjoyed 15!