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Salt and Pepper Shrimp

By Andrea Reusing

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Salt and Pepper ShrimpJohn Kernick

North Carolina is famous for its shrimp, but no matter where you are, if you find local shrimp, treat them as a delicacy and cook them simply. Here, chef Andrea Reusing enhances their sweet brininess with nothing more than salt, black pepper, and a quick dip in very hot oil; crisp jalapeños and cilantro give them a little kick.

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