Recipe
Jiffy Pop Firecracker Shrimp
Ingredients
- 1 pound medium-size shrimp, tails on, rinsed, patted dry, and peeled
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 3 tablespoons Hot Pepper Oil [2]
- 1/4 cup popcorn kernels
- 1 teaspoon Creole Seasoning
Directions
- Season the shrimp with 1/2 teaspoon of the salt and 1 tablespoon of the pepper oil.
- Layer the shrimp in a concentric circle in the bottom of a cold 10- to 12-inch sautÈ pan, leaving about a 1-inch space between the shrimp and the rim of the pan. Drizzle the remaining 2 tablespoons pepper oil in this space around the inside of the pan. Sprinkle the popcorn kernels into the oil.
- Cut a piece of heavy-duty aluminum foil about 14 inches long. Place the foil over the pan and press it down firmly over the shrimp, oil, and popcorn.
- Crimp the foil securely around the edges of the skillet.
- Put the pan over medium-high heat. Cook until it begins to sizzle, about 2 minutes. Continue to cook for about 2 1/2 minutes more. The corn should begin popping. Start shaking the pan at 30-second intervals. The popcorn will continue to pop for about another 2 minutes. Turn off the heat. Let sit for about 30 seconds and allow the corn to completely finish popping.
- Very carefully remove the foil because of the steam, pour the mixture into a large bowl, and toss it with the remaining teaspoon salt and the Creole seasoning. Serve immediately.
Recipe Details
- Source: Emeril's Creole Christmas Cookbook [5]
- Dish Type: Entree [6]
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