Pickled Citrus Shrimp Recipe

Name: Pickled Citrus Shrimp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon seafood seasoning, such as Old Bay; 2 teaspoons kosher salt; 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper; 3 pounds medium shrimp (16/20), peeled and deveined with the tails on; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 teaspoon celery seed; 1 teaspoon coriander seeds; 1 teaspoon fennel seeds; 1 teaspoon mustard seeds; 1/4 cup white wine vinegar; 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 teaspoon ground white pepper; 14 bay leaves; 6 cloves garlic, sliced very thin; 3 dried hot chile peppers, like arbol chiles; 2 small Spanish onions, sliced very thin; 2 lemons, sliced very thin

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon seafood seasoning, such as Old Bay
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
3 pounds medium shrimp (16/20), peeled and deveined with the tails on
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon celery seed
1 teaspoon coriander seeds
1 teaspoon fennel seeds
1 teaspoon mustard seeds
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon ground white pepper
14 bay leaves
6 cloves garlic, sliced very thin
3 dried hot chile peppers, like arbol chiles
2 small Spanish onions, sliced very thin
2 lemons, sliced very thin

1
For the shrimp: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Mix the seafood seasoning, salt and pepper together in a small bowl.
2
Place the shrimp on a sheet tray and drizzle with the olive oil.
3
Sprinkle with the seafood seasoning mixture.
4
Put in the oven and bake for 8 minutes.
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For the marinade: Toast the seeds in a dry pan over low heat for a few minutes, until just toasted and giving off a nutty aroma.
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Let cool.
7
Whisk the toasted seeds with the vinegar, lemon juice, olive oil and white pepper in a large glass bowl.
8
Stir in the bay leaves, garlic, chiles, onions and lemons.
9
When the shrimp come out of the oven, put them into the marinade to let cool.
10
Wrap the bowl tightly with two layers of plastic wrap.
11
Put the bowl in the refrigerator and marinate, turning the shrimp in the bowl occasionally to mix well, for at least 8 hours and for up to 24 hours before serving.
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Also put a large glass bowl in the fridge to chill, for serving the shrimp.
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To serve: Strain and reserve the liquid from the shrimp using a medium sieve or strainer so the seeds can pass through (but it's ok if some remain in the shrimp).
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Put the shrimp in the chilled glass bowl.
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Add some of the marinade back to the shrimp and toss.
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The shrimp should not be swimming in the marinade.
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This recipe was created by a contestant during a cooking competition.
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The Food Network Kitchens have not tested it for home use, therefore, we cannot make any representation as to the results.

539

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* 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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon seafood seasoning, such as Old Bay, 2 teaspoons kosher salt, 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper, 3 pounds medium shrimp (16/20), peeled and deveined with the tails on, and more.

Yes, Pickled Citrus 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.

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Pickled Citrus Shrimp

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Variations & substitutions

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