Boiled Shrimp Recipe

Name: Boiled Shrimp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (3 oz.) pkg. crab and shrimp boil; 3 lemons, cut into quarters; 3 bay leaves; 1 1/2 Tbsp. red cayenne pepper; 3 Tbsp. salt; 2 Tbsp. peppercorns; 1 Tbsp. Louisiana hot sauce; 3 lb. uncooked shrimp; 2 Tbsp. salt; 2 qt. ice cubes

Servings: persons

1 (3 oz.) pkg. crab and shrimp boil
3 lemons, cut into quarters
3 bay leaves
1 1/2 Tbsp. red cayenne pepper
3 Tbsp. salt
2 Tbsp. peppercorns
1 Tbsp. Louisiana hot sauce
3 lb. uncooked shrimp
2 Tbsp. salt
2 qt. ice cubes

1
In a large, heavy stockpot, combine crab and shrimp boil, lemons, bay leaves, cayenne, 3 tablespoons salt, peppercorns and enough water to fill the pot 2/3 full.
2
Bring to a boil over high heat.
3
Reduce to low.
4
Simmer 20 minutes to develop flavor.
5
Bring back to a boil.
6
Add shrimp.
7
Stir in quickly.
8
Cook just until all shrimp turn coral pink, 3 to 4 minutes.
9
Drain immediately.
10
While shrimp are cooking, combine 2 gallons water and 2 tablespoons salt in sink with stopper in place.
11
Stir to dissolve salt; add ice cubes.
12
Place drained shrimp in ice bath; let stand until shrimp are well chilled, about 10 minutes.
13
Drain and refrigerate it not using at once.

387

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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: 1 (3 oz.) pkg. crab and shrimp boil, 3 lemons, cut into quarters, 3 bay leaves, 1 1/2 Tbsp. red cayenne pepper, and more.

Yes, Boiled 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.

Boiled Shrimp

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