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White boiled shrimp

🇨🇳 A dish from China

White boiled shrimp, a dish from China
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White boiled shrimp is a variety of night dish in Cantonese cuisine. The dish is made with shrimp in boiling (灼) hot water, and served with the shells.

What gives it away

🥘Main ingredientswhole shrimp, water, ginger, scallion, dipping sauce
🔥Cooking methodshrimp quickly boiled in hot water, served in shells
👅Flavour & styleclean, delicate, fresh seafood taste
🕒When it’s eatendinner dish, often shared at the table

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Frequently asked questions

Where does White boiled shrimp come from?
White boiled shrimp is a dish that originated in China.
What is White boiled shrimp?
White boiled shrimp is a variety of night dish in Cantonese cuisine. The dish is made with shrimp in boiling (灼) hot water, and served with the shells.