Florida Coast Pickled Shrimp Recipe

Name: Florida Coast Pickled Shrimp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: One 3 ounce bag crab boil spices (such as Zatarains); 4 teaspoons kosher salt; 2 lemons, quartered; 2 pounds medium shrimp, shelled and deveined if you wish; 2 cups vegetable oil; 1 cup red-wine vinegar; 1/2 cup fresh lime juice; 2 tablespoons Creole mustard (see page 93); 2 teaspoons black peppercorns; 2 teaspoons fennel seeds; 1 teaspoon crushed red-pepper flakes; 4 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed; 4 bay leaves; 2 large sweet onions, thinly sliced; 2 large carrots, thinly sliced; 2 lemons, thinly sliced

Servings: persons

One 3 ounce bag crab boil spices (such as Zatarains)
4 teaspoons kosher salt
2 lemons, quartered
2 pounds medium shrimp, shelled and deveined if you wish
2 cups vegetable oil
1 cup red-wine vinegar
1/2 cup fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons Creole mustard (see page 93)
2 teaspoons black peppercorns
2 teaspoons fennel seeds
1 teaspoon crushed red-pepper flakes
4 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed
4 bay leaves
2 large sweet onions, thinly sliced
2 large carrots, thinly sliced
2 lemons, thinly sliced

1
In a large pot, combine the crab boil, 2 teaspoons of the salt, the lemon quarters, and 8 cups water.
2
Bring the mixture to a boil, and boil for 5 minutes.
3
Add the shrimp, and cook until they are pink and cooked through, about 3 minutes.
4
Drain the shrimp in a colander, and discard the crab boil and lemon.
5
In a small saucepan, whisk together the oil, vinegar, lime juice, Creole mustard, peppercorns, fennel seeds, red-pepper flakes, garlic, bay leaves, and the remaining 2 teaspoons salt.
6
Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 2 minutes.
7
Remove the pan from the heat, stir in the onions and carrots, and cool completely.
8
Place the shrimp in a large nonreactive mixing bowl or container (sealable plastic storage containers work great), and cover with the marinade.
9
Toss with the lemon slices, cover tightly, and refrigerate for at least 8 hours (or for up to 2 days), tossing every 4 or so hours, before serving.
10
To serve the pickled shrimp, use a slotted spoon to transfer the shrimp and goodies (pickled veggies, spices) to a serving bowl, then add just enough liquid to keep everything moist (using the entire bowl of pickling liquid would be too messy).

1530

kcal

Calories

120

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: One 3 ounce bag crab boil spices (such as Zatarains), 4 teaspoons kosher salt, 2 lemons, quartered, 2 pounds medium shrimp, shelled and deveined if you wish, and more.

Yes, Florida Coast 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Florida Coast Pickled Shrimp

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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