Plancha Shrimp

What the hell is a plancha, anyway? This Spanish term has taken its place in the culinary lexicon. What could that possibly mean? Well in Spain, it is a specific piece of equipment that resembles our cast-iron griddles and is placed over an open or charcoal fire. This gets incredibly hot, and it is a great way to cook, but there is a learning curve.

The standard griddle you find on an American range can work well. At my house we use a cheap square Lodge griddle that is flat o