Shrimp in Achiote Oil Recipe | Epicurious

Shrimp in Achiote Oil Recipe | Epicurious

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In this Filipino dish, served at Maharlika in New York City achiote oil bathes the shrimp in an amber hue, and citrus lends a bright, tart note.

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Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup peanut or vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons achiote (annatto) seeds
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1–2 Thai chiles, with seeds, thinly sliced
  • 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh calamansi or lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 1/4 pounds large shrimp, peeled, deveined
  • Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
  • 2 scallions, thinly sliced
  • Toasted country-style bread (for serving)

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