FISH RECIPE

Shrimp on Sticks

The idea here is that the radiant heat of the fire slowly cooks the shrimp. It’s such a fun way to prepare your, dinner, especially if you don’t have a frying pan. Cooking in this primal, minimal way gives you a real sense of achievement, and you can easily add more shellfish if you are feeding a larger crowd. The vibrant yellow dressing looks great against the pink–white flesh of the shrimp.

Ingredients

21/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
chilli flakes, to taste
salt, to taste
12 large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined

For the Turmeric Dressing:
1⁄2 in (1.25 cm) piece of fresh turmeric, unpeeled
3 garlic cloves, peeled
1⁄2 cup Champagne vinegar
1 cup grapeseed or extra-virgin olive oil

Equipment:
Fire pit
4 long sturdy sticks (plus a few extra in case you burn them)

- Feeds 4 -

HOW TO MAKE IT

1. To make the turmeric dressing, finely grate the turmeric and garlic (use a microplane if you have one) into a small bowl. Add the vinegar and whisk until combined. Stir in the oil and set aside for a few hours before serving.

2. Combine the turmeric dressing, olive oil, chilli flakes and salt in a large bowl, add the shrimp and massage to coat them in the mixture. Marinate for at least 1 hour.

3. Meanwhile, light your fire and let it burn down for about an hour until you obtain a medium heat.

4. Thread the shrimp onto the sticks and cook over the fire, holding the sticks about 15 cm (6 in) above the heat and turning frequently, for about 5 minutes, until pink and cooked through. Allow to cool slightly, then eat!

Recipe created in collaboration with Thor Industries.