Cajun Boiled Shrimp Recipe

Name: Cajun Boiled Shrimp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 lbs medium shrimp, unshelled; 3/8 cup salt; 1 gallon water; Shrimp Boil Spice; 4 tablespoons celery powder; 3 tablespoons cayenne pepper; 2 tablespoons dry mustard; 1 tablespoon mace; 1 tablespoon powdered ginger; 2 tablespoons paprika; 3 tablespoons bay leaf powder; 2 1/2 teaspoons ground coriander

Servings: persons

2 1/2 lbs medium shrimp, unshelled
3/8 cup salt
1 gallon water
Shrimp Boil Spice
4 tablespoons celery powder
3 tablespoons cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons dry mustard
1 tablespoon mace
1 tablespoon powdered ginger
2 tablespoons paprika
3 tablespoons bay leaf powder
2 1/2 teaspoons ground coriander

1
Mix spices well; store in dry place in a tightly covered container; will keep for one month.
2
Add salt and shrimp boil spice to the water and bring to a rolling boil.
3
Add the shrimp, stirring, and boil for 3 minutes or until shrimp is pink and opaque.
4
Mushy shrimp is undercooked; tough shrimp has been overcooked.
5
Drain immediately, and run under very cold tap water or chill with ice immediately to stop cooking process.
6
Refrigerate until ready to use.
7
Shrimp boiled like this can be served in the shell, as an appetizer or main dish, or it can be shelled and used in salads and other dishes.

316

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/2 lbs medium shrimp, unshelled, 3/8 cup salt, 1 gallon water, Shrimp Boil Spice, and more.

Yes, Cajun 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.

Cajun Boiled Shrimp

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