Boiled Shrimp
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Serves/Makes: 6 | Ready In: 1-2 hrs
Ingredients:
4 bay leaves
20 whole peppercorns
12 whole cloves
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon dried marjoram
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/8 teaspoon caraway seed
1 teaspoon mustard seed
1/8 teaspoon cumin seeds
1/4 teaspoon fennel seeds
8 cups water
1 large lemon, quartered
1 clove garlic, minced
2 pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined
Directions:
Place a 6-inch square of double-thickness cheesecloth on a work surface. Place all the spices in the center and pull the sides up around them to form a purse. Tie the cheesecloth with butcher's twine.
Combine the water, lemon quarters, garlic, and spice satchel in a large pot over medium-high heat. Bring the water to a rolling boil, then reduce the heat to a low boil. Let cook for 5 minutes.
Add the shrimp and let the water return to a boil. Once at a boil, let the shrimp cook for 3-5 minutes or until they are pink and cooked through. Be careful not to overcook the shrimp.
Drain the shrimp and discard the spice satchel. Place the shrimp in a covered container and chill for 1-2 hours.
Serve the chilled shrimp with cocktail sauce.
Cook's Notes: If you want peel and eat style shrimp, slice the shrimp shells down the back and devein them. Boil them with the shells and tails on.
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Recipe ID: 28398
Nutrition:
per serving: 212 calories, 6g fat, 11g carbohydrates, 32g protein.
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