When you are in a hurry, all the tips are good for saving time. But can we really cook shrimp still frozen? The answer may well surprise you!
Who has never been tempted to save time in the kitchen By jumping a few steps? So why not throw our frozen shrimp directly in the pan Without going through the defrosting box? After all, certain foods can be cooked without this step.
Exit decongiation!
Some products actually support direct cooking without defrosting. Meat, for example, can be Grilled in the barbecue without worry.
The operation is more delicate: too high a temperature would be able to carbonize the outside while leaving the interior raw. So it is necessary adapt cooking And favor flat pieces to avoid this problem.
Fish too can be cooked frozen. On the other hand, certain methods such as cooking in the microwave or barbecue are not recommended : too violent, they risk deteriorate texture and flavor.
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Better to opt for Soft oven or steam cookingafter removing the layer of ice by rinsing them under cold water.
What about shrimps?
Shrimps, They are unfortunately not part of the Food club that cooks well without defrosting. Of course, nothing prevents you from cooking them directly … but you risk Very uneven cooking.
Some will be rubberouswhile others will remain too soft. Not very appetizing, isn’t it? So, to avoid this disaster, there is only one solution: defrost them beforehand.
How to defrost the shrimp well?
The ideal is anticipate : let your shrimp gently defrost in the refrigerator, placed in a colander above a plate to recover the water.
Are you in a hurry? Don’t panic! A simple rinsing under cold water Followed by a drainage (in the fridge) will be enough to speed up the process. In fifteen minutesyour shrimp will be ready to use.
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Please note, a golden rule to be respected: never defrosting at room temperature. It promotes the proliferation of bacteria and increases the risks of food poisoning. Better to wait a little!
Delicious dishes ideas
Now that your shrimps are thawed, make way for gluttony! Brown them in the pan with A point of garlic and butteror prepare them in marinated skewers. You can also add them to A Thai coconut milk soupor in a creamy risotto.
In short, you will understand, if the shrimps are a treat, they ask a minimum of attention Before being cooked. A little patienceand the result will be there!
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