Shrimp Stock Recipe

Name: Shrimp Stock
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons canola or olive oil; Heads and shells from at least 1 pound shrimp; 1 medium onion, chopped; 2 celery ribs, chopped; 1 carrot, chopped; 2 cups white wine; 2 quarts water; 3 tablespoons tomato paste; 2 jalapenos, stemmed, seeded, and chopped; 3-4 smashed garlic cloves; Bouquet Garni (p. 145), made from parsley stems, thyme, and bay leaves; 1 teaspoon whole allspice; 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons canola or olive oil
Heads and shells from at least 1 pound shrimp
1 medium onion, chopped
2 celery ribs, chopped
1 carrot, chopped
2 cups white wine
2 quarts water
3 tablespoons tomato paste
2 jalapenos, stemmed, seeded, and chopped
3-4 smashed garlic cloves
Bouquet Garni (p. 145), made from parsley stems, thyme, and bay leaves
1 teaspoon whole allspice
1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns

1
Heat the oil over medium-high heat in a 1-gallon pot.
2
When the oil is almost smoking, add the shrimp heads and shells and stir.
3
Cook over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes, then add the onion, celery, and carrot, and cook for 57 more minutes, stirring frequently.
4
Add all the other ingredients, whisking to mix in the tomato paste.
5
Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for about 1/2 hour.
6
Let it cool; strain.
7
You should have at least 1 quart.
8
If you have more, you may reduce it to the desired amount (for a more concentrated flavor) or simply freeze the extra.
9
If you have less, just add a little water.

207

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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 tablespoons canola or olive oil, Heads and shells from at least 1 pound shrimp, 1 medium onion, chopped, 2 celery ribs, chopped, and more.

Yes, Shrimp Stock 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 Stock

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