Best 7 Basic Boiled Shrimp Recipes

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Basic boiled shrimp is a classic dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer or main course. It's simple to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you prefer your shrimp spicy, garlicky, or buttery, there's a recipe out there that's perfect for you. In this article, we'll guide you through the process of finding the best recipe for basic boiled shrimp. We'll discuss the different factors to consider when choosing a recipe, such as the type of shrimp to use, the cooking method, and the seasonings. We'll also provide some tips for cooking shrimp perfectly, so you can enjoy delicious, tender shrimp every time.

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BOILED SHRIMP



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A truly versatile dish! Quick-cooking shrimp can be boiled, deveined and served with cocktail sauce as an appetizer, added to stir-fries or made into refreshing salads.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Appetizer

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup ketchup
4 teaspoons prepared horseradish
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
2 or 3 drops red pepper sauce
1 lb uncooked medium shrimp in shells, thawed if frozen

Steps:

  • In small bowl, mix all ingredients except shrimp. Stir in 1 to 2 teaspoons additional horseradish, if desired, until sauce has desired flavor. Cover and refrigerate until serving.
  • In 3-quart saucepan, heat 4 cups water to boiling. Add shrimp. Cover and heat to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer uncovered 3 to 5 minutes or until shrimp are pink and firm; drain.
  • Peel shrimp, leaving tails on. Make a shallow cut lengthwise down back of each shrimp; wash out vein. Serve shrimp with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 105 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 12 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 870 mg, Sugar 15 g, TransFat 0 g

PERFECT BOILED SHRIMP



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Make and share this Perfect Boiled Shrimp recipe from Food.com.

Provided by rcdino

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 15m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 -100 lb shrimp, no matter the size of shrimp,cover with water so there is at least 1 to 2 inches of water covering s
1/4 cup cider vinegar
3 -4 tablespoons Old Bay Seasoning, to taste
spices, to own liking,if desired

Steps:

  • ONLY USE FOR BEST TASTE WILD CAUGHT SHRIMP NO FARM RAISED SHRIMP I don't care if you use cold, warm or hot water!
  • Start cooking shrimp.
  • The water may never come to a boil.
  • But constantly stir srhrimp.
  • Don't worry about the water boiling or time, it does not matter!
  • When you see 1 or 2 shrimp float!
  • drain immediately and have an ice bath waiting, to shock the shrimp and stop cooking process.
  • Drain well and chill 1 hour before serving!
  • If eating hot serve right after cooking.
  • If you follow this method you will only serve the best.
  • I have been following my recipe for over 20 years and it is fool proof.
  • I have never seen anyone use this recipe, BUT LET ME SAY THAT IF YOU TRY THIS, YOU WILL NEVER COOK IT ANY OTHER WAY!
  • TRUST ME!

BASIC BOILED SHRIMP



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Make and share this Basic Boiled Shrimp recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Dancer

Categories     Canadian

Time 23m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 bay leaves
20 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 seeds
1/8 teaspoon cumin seed
1/4 teaspoon fennel seed
8 cups water
1 large lemon, quartered
1 clove garlic, minced
2 lbs large shrimp, peeled,deveined

Steps:

  • In a double or triple thickness of cheesecloth, combine all the spices (first 11 ingredients).
  • Secure the packet with a piece of string.
  • Combine water, lemon, garlic, and spice bag together in a dutch oven.
  • Bring the water to a boil, reduce the heat, and simmer for 3 minutes.
  • Add shrimp and return to a boil.
  • Boil shrimp for 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Drain thoroughly and chill.
  • Serve with cocktail sauce.

BOILED SHRIMP



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 16m

Yield 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups water
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
4 shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 whole mango, peeled, pitted, and diced
1 Vidalia onion, diced
1 teaspoon vinegar
Ground nutmeg
Ground cinnamon
Radicchio, for garnish

Steps:

  • Bring 2 cups of water to boil and add the Cajun seasoning. Add the shrimp and cook for 1 minute. Remove from the heat and drain. In a separate bowl, combine the mango, onion, vinegar, nutmeg, to taste, and cinnamon, to taste. After shrimp is cooked, toss the shrimp with the above mango mixture. To serve, place mixture in radicchio.

BOILED SHRIMP



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This easy recipe for boiled shrimp is courtesy of Frank Stitt and should be used in his Pickled Shrimp recipe.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes     Shrimp Recipes

Yield Makes 3 pounds

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 onion, quartered
1 rib celery, coarsely chopped
1 lemon, cut into 1/4-inch slices
4 sprigs fresh flat-leaf parsley
3 pounds small to medium shrimp
Coarse salt

Steps:

  • Fill a large pot with water; add onion, celery, lemon, and parsley. Bring to a boil over high heat; reduce to a simmer and cook 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Add shrimp and season with salt. When water returns to a simmer, immediately remove pot from heat. Shrimp should be curled and bright pink. Drain and let cool. Peel and devein shrimp.

BOILED SHRIMP



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Provided by Craig Claiborne

Categories     appetizer

Time 15m

Yield 8 or more servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 pounds medium-size shrimp
1 whole clove garlic, crushed
Salt to taste if desired
12 peppercorns, crushed
8 whole allspice
1 bay leaf
3 sprigs fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Put the shrimp in a saucepan and add water to cover and the remaining ingredients. Bring to the boil and simmer 15 seconds.
  • Remove from the heat and let stand to room temperature. Drain, peel and devein the shrimp.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 88, UnsaturatedFat 1 gram, Carbohydrate 3 grams, Fat 1 gram, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 16 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 644 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams, TransFat 0 grams

EMERIL'S SIMPLE BOILED SHRIMP



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This recipe for boiled shrimp is courtesy of Emeril Lagasse and should be used in his Shrimp and Avocado Salad with New Orleans-Style Remoulade Sauce and Baby Greens.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes     Shrimp Recipes

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 lemons, halved
1 head garlic, unpeeled and smashed
1 onion, quartered and unpeeled
4 bay leaves
2 tablespoons Emeril's Original Essence
8 tablespoons coarse salt
2 tablespoons cayenne pepper
1 bag Zatarain's crawfish, shrimp and crab boil in bag
1 1/4 pounds medium peeled and deveined shrimp

Steps:

  • Fill a large stockpot with 4 quarts water. Squeeze lemons into water, and add garlic, onion, bay leaves, 1 tablespoon Emeril's Essence, salt, cayenne, and liquid crawfish boil. Place over high heat and bring to a boil; let boil 5 minutes.
  • Season with remaining tablespoon Emeril's Essence and add to boiling water; turn off heat. Let stand until shrimp are just cooked through 1 1/2 to 2 minutes. Drain and chill before serving.

Tips:

  • Choose the right shrimp: Select fresh, wild-caught shrimp if possible. Look for shrimp that are firm and have a translucent appearance.
  • Prepare the shrimp: Devein and peel the shrimp, leaving the tails intact if desired. Rinse the shrimp thoroughly under cold water.
  • Use a large pot: Boiling shrimp in a large pot will prevent them from overcrowding and ensure that they cook evenly.
  • Season the water: Add salt, peppercorns, bay leaves, and other desired seasonings to the boiling water. This will help to flavor the shrimp.
  • Boil the shrimp for the correct amount of time: The cooking time for shrimp will vary depending on their size. As a general rule, boil small shrimp for 1-2 minutes, medium shrimp for 2-3 minutes, and large shrimp for 3-4 minutes.
  • Do not overcook the shrimp: Overcooked shrimp will become tough and rubbery. It is better to slightly undercook the shrimp and then continue cooking them in the residual heat of the water.
  • Drain the shrimp: Once the shrimp are cooked, drain them in a colander and rinse them with cold water to stop the cooking process.
  • Serve the shrimp immediately: Boiled shrimp are best served immediately with your favorite dipping sauce or as part of a main dish.

Conclusion:

Boiling shrimp is a quick and easy way to prepare this delicious and versatile seafood. By following these tips, you can ensure that your boiled shrimp turn out perfectly cooked and flavorful. Whether you are serving them as an appetizer, main course, or ingredient in another dish, boiled shrimp are sure to be a hit!

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