Shrimp in a Pickle Recipe

Name: Shrimp in a Pickle
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 12 quarts water; 3 lbs unpeeled large fresh shrimp; 5 small red onions, sliced; 8 bay leaves; 1 (3 1/2 ounce) bottle capers, drained; 1 tablespoon sugar; ¼ teaspoon salt; 1 cup olive oil; ½ cup red wine vinegar; ½ cup tarragon vinegar; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce; ½ teaspoon hot sauce

Servings: persons

2 12 quarts water
3 lbs unpeeled large fresh shrimp
5 small red onions, sliced
8 bay leaves
1 (3 1/2 ounce) bottle capers, drained
1 tablespoon sugar
¼ teaspoon salt
1 cup olive oil
½ cup red wine vinegar
½ cup tarragon vinegar
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
½ teaspoon hot sauce

1
Bring 2 1/2 quarts water to a boil; add shrimp, and cook 3 minutes or just until shrimp turn pink.
2
Drain and rinse with cold water.
3
Peel shrimp, leaving tails intact; devein, if desired Layer shrimp and next 3 ingredients in a large shallow dish.
4
Stir together sugar and next 7 ingredients in a small bowl, and pour over shrimp mixture.
5
Cover; chill 8 hours, turning occasionally.
6
Drain before serving.

928

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 12 quarts water, 3 lbs unpeeled large fresh shrimp, 5 small red onions, sliced, 8 bay leaves, and more.

Yes, Shrimp in a Pickle 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.

Shrimp in a Pickle

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