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Boiled Shrimp

Lori Mauer
This quick and easy recipe will feed your family in 10 minutes!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 3 minutes
Total Time 8 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 93 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound raw shrimp peeled and deveined (or leave shells on for extra flavor)
  • 8 cups water
  • 1 lemon cut into wedges
  • 1 tablespoon garlic salt
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons whole peppercorns
  • 2 bay leaves

Instructions
 

  • If using shrimp with shells, you can peel and devein them or leave the shells on to boost the flavor.
  • Fill a large pot with 8 cups of water. Add the lemon wedges, garlic salt, peppercorns, and bay leaves. Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat.
  • Once the water is boiling, add the shrimp. Let them cook for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink and opaque.
  • Drain the shrimp and immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Serve them warm or chilled with your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutrition

Calories: 93kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 16gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0.2gSodium: 2410mgFiber: 1g
Keyword Boiled Shrimp
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