Teresa's Recipes
San Francisco Shrimp Louie Salad
Experience a culinary journey to the heart of San Francisco with this classic Shrimp Louie Salad. This delightful dish, reputed to be born in the early 1900s in San Francisco, is a symphony of crisp Romaine lettuce, succulent boiled shrimp, ripe tomatoes, creamy avocado, and refreshing cucumber slices, all drizzled with a homemade tangy Louie dressing. It's not just a salad, but a wholesome meal that is refreshing, satisfying, and steeped in culinary history.
Ingredients
- 1 lb, peeled and deveined Large shrimp
- 1 head, washed and torn into bite-sized pieces Romaine lettuce
- 2, diced Tomatoes
- 2, sliced Hard-boiled eggs
- 1, sliced Avocado
- 1, sliced Cucumber
- 1 cup (for Louie dressing) Mayonnaise
- 1/3 cup (for Louie dressing) Chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon (for Louie dressing) Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon (for Louie dressing) Worcestershire sauce
- To taste Salt and pepper
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 4
- Dish Type: Salad/Main Course
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Calories: 400
- Fat: 28g
- Carbs: 15g
- Protein: 20g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Sugar: 5g
Instructions
- In a large pot of boiling salted water, add the shrimp and cook until they turn pink and are cooked through, about 3 minutes. Drain the shrimp and set them aside to cool.
- While the shrimp is cooling, prepare the Louie dressing. In a bowl, combine the mayonnaise, chili sauce, lemon juice, and Worcestershire sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then whisk until the dressing is smooth.
- Arrange the Romaine lettuce on a large platter or divide amongst individual salad bowls.
- Top the lettuce with the cooled shrimp, diced tomatoes, sliced hard-boiled eggs, sliced avocado, and sliced cucumber.
- Drizzle the Louie dressing generously over the salad, ensuring every bite gets a taste of this tangy delight.
- Serve the salad immediately, with extra Louie dressing on the side for those who prefer an extra kick. Enjoy this light yet fulfilling meal!
Tips
- For a variation, you can add some crab meat or even substitute the shrimp for it. Additionally, you can add some olives or capers for an extra burst of flavor.