Halabos Na Hipon (Shrimp Halabos)

Halabos na hipon is a simple way of cooking shrimp or prawns. The hipon (shrimp or prawn) are steamed with their own juices and stir cooked with a little oil.

Halabos na Hipon is simpliest way to cook shrimp. In Philippines traditionally serve with dipping sauce of vinegar, salt, garlic, and hot chilies.

Halabos na Hipon Recipe Ingredients:

* 1/2 kilo large shrimps with shells
* 1/3 cup water
* 1 tbsp salt
* oil for sautèing

Halabos na Hipon Dipping Sauce:
* 1/2 cup vinegar
* 1 tsp salt

Halabos na Hipon Cooking Instructions:

1). Combine shrimps, salt and water in a saucepan. Cover and allow to boil. Stir occasionally while cooking for 3-4 minutes. Drain and set aside.

2). Put oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sautè shrimps for 1-2 minutes until coated with oil. Serve with dipping sauce.

3). To make dipping sauce: Dissolve 1 tsp of salt in 1/2 cup of vinegar. Add more salt or vinegar if desired.