THE VINEGAR-FIRE REEF

(Our Play on Spicy Shrimp Fra Diavolo)

THE VINEGAR-FIRE REEF

Ingredients: 400g King prawns, 2 tsp Chili flakes, 3 cloves Garlic (sliced), 400g Tomato passata, 1 tbsp Balsamic vinegar, 1 Red onion (finely diced)...

Ingredients

  • 400g King prawns
  • 2 tsp Chili flakes
  • 3 cloves Garlic (sliced)
  • 400g Tomato passata
  • 1 tbsp Balsamic vinegar
  • 1 Red onion (finely diced)

Cooking Method

  1. The Scorch Sear prawns in a white-hot pan for 1 minute per side until charred; remove.
  2. The Architect Sauté onions and garlic until they are a dark, sweet jam.
  3. The Bloom Add chili flakes and a 30ml splash of water to release the fiery oils.
  4. The Swell Pour in the passata and vinegar; simmer for 8 minutes until thickened.
  5. The Marriage Toss the prawns back into the red silk; serve over linguine with fresh basil.

Cuisine: Italian

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