How To Boil Shrimp
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5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
8 4 oz servings
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Calories
161 kcal
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Course
Side Dish, Main Course, Appetizer
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Cuisine
International
How To Boil Shrimp
Description
How To Boil Shrimp guides you through cooking shrimp directly in salted boiling water, preserving their natural flavor and texture. The shells remain on to help protect the shrimp flesh during cooking, keeping it moist. Watching closely and removing the shrimp as soon as they turn pink and opaque ensures a tender, not rubbery, result.
The shrimp are cooled quickly in ice water after boiling to halt cooking and firm up the texture, making them perfect for use in salads, cocktails, or simple chilled appetizers. The method avoids complicated preparation but yields a product suitable for many dishes.
To avoid uneven cooking, use a pot spacious enough to hold shrimp without overcrowding. Adding shrimp slowly to the boiling water helps maintain a steady boil, ensuring even heat distribution.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Shrimp Peeled and deveined, large, with shells on
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Fill a medium pot with enough water to cover the shrimp. Add the salt and bring to a rolling boil.
- Add the shrimp. Tip: Adding them slowly helps maintain the boil.
- The cooking time for shrimp varies based on their size. Generally, smaller shrimp take about 2-3 minutes to cook, while larger ones may take 3-4 minutes. Keep a close eye on them – overcooked shrimp can become tough and rubbery.
- When done, the shrimp will be pink and opaque.
- Drain: As soon as the shrimp have turned pink, drain them immediately. Plunge them into a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.
Notes
- Use a pot large enough for the shrimp to avoid overcrowding, which ensures even cooking.
- Add shrimp slowly to maintain a rolling boil and prevent temperature drop.
- As soon as shrimp turn pink and opaque, remove and cool in ice water to stop cooking.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 84 oz servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 161 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 4oz | |
| Calories | 161kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 1.39g | 0% |
| Protein | 30.9g | 62% |
| Fat | 2.63g | 4% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5g | 3% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Cholesterol | 231mg | 77% |
| Sodium | 687mg | 29% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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