Asian-Style Pickled Shrimp Recipe

Name: Asian-Style Pickled Shrimp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/4 cups water; 3 tablespoons rice vinegar; 2 tablespoons minced fresh lemongrass*; 1 1/2 tablespoons pickling spice; 1 tablespoon salt; 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns; 2 pounds uncooked medium shrimp, unpeeled, rinsed; 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro; 4 small green onions, chopped (about 1/2 cup); 3 tablespoons minced pickled ginger,* 2 tablespoons ginger brine reserved

Servings: persons

2 1/4 cups water
3 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons minced fresh lemongrass*
1 1/2 tablespoons pickling spice
1 tablespoon salt
1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
2 pounds uncooked medium shrimp, unpeeled, rinsed
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
4 small green onions, chopped (about 1/2 cup)
3 tablespoons minced pickled ginger,* 2 tablespoons ginger brine reserved

1
Place first 6 ingredients in medium pot.
2
Add shrimp.
3
Cover; bring to boil.
4
Uncover and boil until shrimp are just cooked through, about 2 minutes.
5
Remove from heat.
6
Stir in 1/2 cup chopped cilantro, green onions, pickled ginger, and ginger brine.
7
Cool 1 hour.
8
Chill uncovered until cold, then cover and chill at least 4 hours and up to 1 day.
9
Using slotted spoon, transfer shrimp to medium bowl.
10
Sprinkle with remaining 2 tablespoons cilantro.
11
*Available at Asian markets, specialty foods stores and some supermarkets.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/4 cups water, 3 tablespoons rice vinegar, 2 tablespoons minced fresh lemongrass*, 1 1/2 tablespoons pickling spice, and more.

Yes, Asian-Style Pickled Shrimp falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Asian-Style Pickled Shrimp

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