12 large shrimp,peeled and deveined

1 small onion,or 2 shallots,finely diced

2 clove garlic,crushed

5 peppercorns,crushed

1 tsp salt

1 cup water

Put the water and salt in a small pan,bring to a boil

add the shrimp and cook for only 15-30 seconds.

Immediately stop the cooking process by dropping

the shrimp in ice water.Do not overcook the shrimp.

Put the drained shrimp in a bowl and add the vinegar,

onions,garlic and peppercorns.Mix well.Cover the bowl

with plastic wrap and marinate for at least 2 hours.

Marinate for 2-3 days in the refrigerator will allow the

flavor to mellow.