Gazpiche

User Reviews

4.9

141 reviews
Excellent
  • Prep Time

    15 mins

  • Total Time

    15 mins

  • Servings

    4 servings

  • Course

    Appetizer

  • Cuisine

    Spanish

Gazpiche

Gazpiche combines fresh shrimp, pickled watermelon rind, and diced avocado to create a refreshing and unique chilled dish. The preparation includes briefly boiling shrimp and chilling them immediately to maintain their tender texture. The dish is assembled by layering pickled rind, avocado, shrimp, cheese, and herbs, with smoked watermelon juice poured over just before serving, resulting in a complex blend of smoky, tangy, and fresh flavors.

Description

Gazpiche uniquely blends fresh seafood with pickled watermelon rind, avocado, and herbs. The shrimp are briefly boiled and cooled to keep them tender. The dish is constructed layers of pickled rind, creamy avocado, shrimp, shredded Manaba cheese, and fresh basil and mint leaves topped with cilantro oil. The final touch is the pouring of smoked watermelon juice tableside, offering a refreshing smoky note mingling with the bright herbal and creamy components. This chilled dish balances sweet, tangy, and savory elements for a distinctive flavor profile.

The short cooking time for the shrimp ensures they remain tender without becoming rubbery. The addition of pickled watermelon rind introduces a tangy crunch contrasting the creamy diced avocado and soft cheese. The fresh herbs and cilantro oil add aromatic brightness, while the smoked watermelon juice provides a subtle smoky depth.

Gazpiche can be served as a light starter or a refreshing small plate during warm weather. Its combination of textures and flavors makes it a sophisticated appetizer worthy of presentation at a dinner party or a unique dish to enjoy when seeking something outside the ordinary.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 120 gr watermelon juice smoked
  • 100 gr Shrimp fresh
  • 30 gr avocado diced
  • 20 gr watermelon rind pickled
  • 30 gr cucumber diced
  • 9 gr cheese Manaba, shredded
  • 7 gr cilantro oil
  • 7 gr mint leaves
  • 7 gr basil leaves

Instructions

How to Make Gazpiche:

  1. Heat up a pot of salted water until boiling.
  2. Then add the shrimp until the water starts boiling again (30 s to 1 min). Remove and place the shrimp in iced water to avoid overcooking.
  3. Place the watermelon rind into a serving bowl. Then add the avocado followed by the shrimp.
  4. Add the cheese to the top along with the cilantro oil and mint/basil leaves.
  5. Finish tableside by pouring the smoked watermelon juice over the top.

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