THE LIME-STUNG REEF-CAKES

(Our Play on Tortitas de Camaron)

THE LIME-STUNG REEF-CAKES

Ingredients: 200g Dried Shrimp (blitzed to powder), 4 Eggs (separated), 1 tsp Chili powder, 1 tsp Garlic powder, 100g Cactus (diced) or Green beans, 200ml Salsa Roja...

Ingredients

  • 200g Dried Shrimp (blitzed to powder)
  • 4 Eggs (separated)
  • 1 tsp Chili powder
  • 1 tsp Garlic powder
  • 100g Cactus (diced) or Green beans
  • 200ml Salsa Roja

Cooking Method

  1. The Whisk Beat egg whites until stiff peaks form; fold in yolks and shrimp powder gently.
  2. The Bloom Add spices with a tiny 5ml splash of water to the egg mix to swell the chili oils.
  3. The Scorch Drop spoonfuls into hot oil; fry until golden and puffed; remove.
  4. The Marriage Simmer the salsa and cactus; add the cakes for 2 minutes to absorb the liquid.
  5. The Final Flourish Finish with a squeeze of raw lime and fresh coriander.

Cuisine: Mexican

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