Poached Shrimp With Meyer Lemon Ginger Sauce Recipe

Name: Poached Shrimp With Meyer Lemon Ginger Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup Meyer or regular lemon juice, divided; 1/4 cup Dijon mustard; 2 tablespoons chopped ginger; 2 tablespoons brown sugar; 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, divided; 1 1/2 teaspoons pepper, divided; 2/3 cup vegetable oil; 1/2 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley; 2 cups dry white wine; 2 pounds rinsed, shelled, tail-on medium shrimp

Servings: persons

1
Whirl 1/2 cup lemon juice, mustard, ginger, brown sugar, and 1/2 tsp. each salt and pepper in a blender until smooth.
2
Pour in oil with motor running. Whirl in parsley, then chill sauce in a small bowl.
3
Boil 4 cups water, wine, 1/4 cup lemon juice, and 1 tsp. each salt and pepper in a large pot. Add shrimp; cover, remove from heat, and let steep just until shrimp are opaque, 3 to 4 minutes. Drain; immerse in ice water until cold. Serve with sauce.
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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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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: 3/4 cup Meyer or regular lemon juice, divided, 1/4 cup Dijon mustard, 2 tablespoons chopped ginger, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, and more.

Yes, Poached Shrimp With Meyer Lemon Ginger Sauce 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!

Poached Shrimp With Meyer Lemon Ginger Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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