Pickled Shrimp Recipe

Name: Pickled Shrimp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 lbs. jumbo shrimp (shells intact); 1/2 c. chopped celery; 3 1/2 T. salt; 1/4 c. pickling spices; Marinade:; 2 1/2 t. celery seed; 2 1/2 T capers (with marinade); 2 dashes tabasco; 2 large red onions; 1 c. olive oil; 3/4 c. white vinegar; 1 1/2 t. salt

Servings: persons

2 1/2 lbs. jumbo shrimp (shells intact)
1/2 c. chopped celery
3 1/2 T. salt
1/4 c. pickling spices
Marinade:
2 1/2 t. celery seed
2 1/2 T capers (with marinade)
2 dashes tabasco
2 large red onions
1 c. olive oil
3/4 c. white vinegar
1 1/2 t. salt

1
Boil 3 quarts of water with the celery, pickling spices and 3 1/2 T. of salt. Add shrimp and simmer for 3 minutes or until firm. Remove shrimp to a colander to drain.
2
Prepare marinade by combining all ingredients.
3
Slice onions into 1/4-inch rings.
4
Shell shrimp when cool, leaving tails attached.
5
In a large non-metallic bowl place layers of onions and shrimp until all has been used. Whisk marinade and pour over. Cover with plastic wrap and place in refirgerator for 24 hours, basting 2-3 times.

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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. jumbo shrimp (shells intact), 1/2 c. chopped celery, 3 1/2 T. salt, 1/4 c. pickling spices, and more.

Yes, 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.

Pickled Shrimp

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