Noah Baker
Course: Appetizer Cuisine: American Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 2 minutes Total Time: 12 minutes Calories: 80 kcal
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– 1 pound 16 ounces of fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined. – Sufficient water to cover the shrimp for boiling. – 1-2 tablespoons of salt for seasoning the boiling water.
1. Rinse 1 pound (16 ounces) of fresh shrimp under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. 2. In a large pot, bring enough water to cover the shrimp to a boil.
3. Add 1-2 tablespoons of salt to the boiling water and optionally, add aromatics like lemon slices, bay leaves, peppercorns, garlic, or fresh herbs. 4. Carefully add the prepared shrimp to the boiling water and cook them for 2-3 minutes, or until they turn pink and opaque.
5. Using a slotted spoon, remove the shrimp from the boiling water and transfer them to a bowl of ice water or a colander under cold running water to stop the cooking process. 6. Drain the shrimp thoroughly and pat them dry with paper towels.
7. Serve the boiled shrimp immediately as a standalone appetizer with cocktail sauce or refrigerate them in an airtight container for up to 2 days for later use.