Teochew style tea smoked shrimp

Cháoshì Chá Xūn Xiā is a unique Chaoshan preparation where large shrimp are smoked over a mixture of tea leaves, rice, and sugar. The smoking process imparts a delicate tea aroma while keeping the shrimp juicy and sweet. It is an impressive appetizer that showcases Chaoshan's creative cooking techniques.

食材清单

• 500 g large shrimp (shell on)
• 20 g tea leaves (oolong or tieguanyin)
• 2 tbsp raw rice
• 2 tbsp sugar
• 1 tbsp star anise pieces
• 1 stick cinnamon
• Aluminum foil
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 lemon (cut into wedges)

制作步骤

1. 1. Wash the shrimps, marinate them with seasonings for 30 minutes
2. 2. Line a baking sheet with tin foil and add Teochew tea smoked shrimps
3. 3. Preheat the oven to 200 degrees
4. 4. Place in the middle rack of the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes
5. 5. Take it out halfway and brush it with a layer of marinade.
6. 6. Bake until the surface is golden brown and then take it out of the oven