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Creamy Shrimp Salad

Cultural Context

Creamy Shrimp Salad is a delightful dish that showcases the bounty of Afghanistan's rivers and lakes. Traditionally enjoyed during gatherings and celebrations, it reflects the country's love for fresh ingredients and bold flavors. This salad has gained popularity beyond its borders, with variations appearing in many global cuisines, making it a versatile choice for any occasion.

AfghanAFmain
20 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb shrimp
4 cups water
1 teaspoon salt
1 cucumber
2 scallions
1 carrot
1 red bell pepper
1 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon oregano
2 tablespoons ketchup
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1 cup sweet corn

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Canned tuna is more affordable and still provides protein.

dill

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: thyme

Parsley offers a fresh flavor at a lower cost.

avocado

🥗Healthier: mashed banana

💰Cheaper: apple

Mashed banana can add creaminess without the cost.

1

Place a pot on the heat and fill it with water.

2

Add salt to the water.

3

Add peeled and deveined shrimp to the pot and stir.

4

Allow the shrimp to boil for 2 minutes.

5

Remove the pot from heat and transfer shrimp to a strainer to drain hot water.

6

Run cold water over the shrimp to stop the cooking process and set aside to drain completely.

7

Peel the cucumber, leaving some green skin, and cut it open to remove the seeds.

8

Slice the cucumber into cubes and transfer to a large mixing bowl.

9

Slice scallion (green onion) and add to the bowl.

10

Peel the carrot and rinse thoroughly, then slice and cut into cubes, adding to the bowl.

11

Cut red bell pepper, remove seeds, slice, and cut into cubes, adding to the bowl.

12

Roughly chop the drained shrimp and set aside.

13

In a separate bowl, mix mayonnaise, garlic powder, black pepper, oregano, ketchup, white vinegar, and salt until well combined.

14

Add sweet corn and chopped shrimp to the bowl with the vegetables and mix until well incorporated.

15

Scoop some of the salad out before adding the cream for later use.

16

Pour the cream mixture into the salad and mix until everything is well coated.

17

Top the salad with the portion that was scooped out earlier.

Cooking Techniques

boilingmixingchopping

Equipment Needed

potmixing bowlcutting boardknifeserving plate

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

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