Here’s the thing. The warmer the weather gets, the spicier I like my food. for me a big pot of chili is a summertime affair, not something I’m looking for in the winter. On the other hand, when the temperatures start to climb I also tend to crave lighter foods, not something that’s going to weigh me down.
Shrimp is the perfect balance in those situations. It’s not a light meal, but the flavor is light and fresh. The sweetness of the meat plays well with spicy additions, but isn’t so subtly that it’s buried by them. If anything the heat enhances the flavor. The fact that you can eat them with your fingers and make a mess is just a plus.
While I can take all of the credit for this variation, the inspiration for this dish sprang from a conversation on twitter with the wonderful @oxfordfalls, who you should be following if you aren’t already. If you aren’t a fan of twitter, go visit their website and check out some cool food products.
If you aren’t a fan of the intensely spicy, or have someone in your group that isn’t a fan of sweat and tears, I’ve included an alternate spice mix to the recipe for good measure.
So which are you, mild or spicy? Let us know in the comments.
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