Shrimp Salad With Metaxa Brandy

I’ve adapted this salad from a Lobster Salad that was displayed on Christine Cushing Live’s show with restauranteur Costas Spiliadis.

He owns & operates Estiatorio Milos which has 3 locations (Montreal, New York and Athens) and he’s renowned for presenting Greek cuisine in it’s purest and freshest state. Costas prides himself on using only the best, freshest ingredients for his dishes. You’re going to pay to eat at Milos but I think I’ll soon splurge and dine like the Gods!

I’m using shrimp for this recipe and you’ll find this salad’s flavours to surprise your palette. Once again I’m using Metaxa Greek brandy but you may substitute it another or Cognac. What stands out in this salad is the unique flavour of the dressing against the sweetness of the shrimp. Stab that shrimp & eat…Bubba from Forrest Gump would love this salad!

Shrimp Salad With Metaxa Brandy

6 leaves of Romaine lettuce hearts
15 pre-cooked, thawed frozen shrimp
2 ribs of celery, chopped on a bias
2 green onions, sliced
3 Tbsp chopped fresh dill
1 Tbsp of fennel fronds
1 clove of garlic, fine mince

1. Add all of the above ingredients in a bowl & reserve.

Dressing

4Tbsp of extra virgin olive oil
1Tbsp of wine vinegar
1 Tbsp of Metaxa brandy
1 tsp of honey
1 Tbsp of orange juice
salt & pepper to taste

1. Mix all the dressing ingredients in a jar and shake well before dressing your salad.
2. Toss your salad with the dressing and serve.