Alaska Spot Prawn Crudo
Fresh wild Alaska spot prawns are marinated in lime juice with cucumber, mint, and serrano chile for a simple, elegant crudo that highlights the sweet flavor of Alaska spot prawns.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 appetizer servings
Ingredients
- 24 wild Alaska spot prawns, peeled, rinsed, and halved lengthwise
- Juice of 2 limes
- 10 to 12 fresh Alaska Grown mint leaves, divided
- ½ Alaska Grown English cucumber, peeled, seeded, and diced (about 4 to 5 ounces)
- 1 to 2 serrano chiles, seeded and minced
- 2 teaspoons Alaska sea salt, divided
- Alaska Grown watercress sprouts, for garnish (optional)
- 1 to 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Crackers, for serving (optional)
Nutrition Facts Per serving (estimated)
| Calories | 140 |
| Total Fat | 5g |
| Saturated Fat | .8g |
| Cholesterol | 115mg |
| Protein | 20g |
| Carbohydrate | 4g |
| Sodium | 1180mg |
Recipe courtesy of Beau Schooler, In Bocca Al Lupo, Juneau, Alaska.
Preparation
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Step 1 Prepare the Crudo
- Place the lime juice in a large glass or nonreactive bowl.
- Add the spot prawns, half of the mint leaves, cucumber, serrano chile, and 1 teaspoon sea salt. Toss gently to combine.
- Let stand for about 5 minutes, or until the edges of the prawns begin to turn opaque.
- Divide the prawns among 4 appetizer plates or arrange on one large serving platter.
- Spoon the marinating liquid over the prawns.
- Garnish with the remaining mint leaves, watercress sprouts, and remaining 1 teaspoon sea salt.
- Drizzle with olive oil and serve immediately. Offer crackers alongside, if desired.
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Step 2 Chef's Note
“Wild Alaska spot prawns are coveted for their large size and sweet taste. This simple but flavorful preparation lets their natural qualities shine.”
Recipe by Beau Schooler, In Bocca Al Lupo, Juneau, Alaska.
Nutrition Facts Per serving (estimated)
| Calories | 140 |
| Total Fat | 5g |
| Saturated Fat | .8g |
| Cholesterol | 115mg |
| Protein | 20g |
| Carbohydrate | 4g |
| Sodium | 1180mg |
Recipe courtesy of Beau Schooler, In Bocca Al Lupo, Juneau, Alaska.
