Bourbon Shrimp Sandwiches
Bourbon Shrimp Sandwiches
Ingredients
- 6 green onions, chopped
- ¼ cup (57 g) butter
- ½ jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
- 1 ½ lb (675 g) medium-sized shrimp (31/40), shelled and deveined
- 3 tbsp (45 ml) tomato paste
- 1 tsp (5 ml) harissa paste
- ½ tsp mild paprika
- ¼ cup (60 ml) bourbon or whisky
- ¼ cup (60 ml) white wine
- Salt and pepper
- 1 green or red bell pepper, seeded and cut into strips
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp (30 ml) olive oil
- 4 kaiser rolls
- ¼ cup (60 ml) mayonnaise
Instructions
- In a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat, soften the green onions in the butter. Add the jalapeno and shrimp, and continue cooking for about 2 minutes or until the shrimp is pink. Add the tomato paste, harissa paste and paprika. Stir until the shrimp is completely coated.
- Deglaze with the bourbon and wine. Bring to a boil and let simmer for about 2 minutes or until the sauce thickens. Season with salt and pepper. Set aside (see note).
Bourbon Shrimp Sandwiches