SHRIMP WITH HEAD ON RECIPES

Steps:

• In a large kettle, combine the chili, peppercorns, bay leaves and salt with 1 gallon (16 cups) water. Bring to a boil over high heat. Lower the heat and simmer, uncovered, for 20 minutes.
• Add the vinegar, raise the heat and bring to a rolling boil. Add the shrimp, turn off the heat and cover. Allow to sit, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp are just cooked through, about 5 minutes. Drain and serve the shrimp immediately, garnished with lemon wedges. Pass hot sauce on the side.

Steps:

• Prepare grill for medium-high heat; oil grate. Combine garlic, parsley, red pepper flakes, and 4 tablespoons oil in a medium bowl.
• Working one at a time, use kitchen shears to cut along the length of the back of each prawn just deep enough into flesh to expose vein; remove. Toss prawns with remaining 2 tablespoons oil in another medium bowl; season with kosher salt and pepper.
• Grill prawns, turning occasionally, until shells are bright red and meat is cooked through (it will look slightly opaque), about 5 minutes. Transfer to bowl with garlic-parsley mixture and toss to coat; season with kosher salt and pepper. Transfer prawns to a serving platter and pour garlic-parsley mixture over; sprinkle with sea salt. Serve with lemon wedges for squeezing over.