Tea Smoked Shrimp Vegetable Ribbon Salad and Asian Pesto Recipe

Don’t be scared by the tea smoking method, it’s super straightforward and surprisingly easy though you should definitely open a window and/or make sure your stove vent is on high (I suggest both). Each component for this recipe is easy to make and all of it can be made ahead of time if you want to serve it as a starter for an impressive dinner. But don’t wait for a special occasion to make this salad, as it’s one of those unusual dishes that is great on any warm evening. This recipe makes more pesto than necessary. The pesto should keep for about a week in the fridge. Any longer, you can freeze it (in ice cube trays for easy defrosting).