Description

Peel and Eat Shrimp is a delightful, easy-to-make dish that combines fresh shrimp, seasoned poaching liquid, and a tangy dipping sauce. It’s perfect for any gathering, bringing the classic seaside experience to your kitchen.

Ingredients

2 lb. large unpeeled raw shrimp

1/2 cup pickling spice

1/4 cup kosher salt

2 Tbsp. Old Bay seasoning

2 medium lemons, halved crosswise

6 medium garlic cloves, smashed

1/2 cup ketchup

1/2 cup barbecue sauce (such as Stubb’s)

4 tsp. prepared horseradish

1 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice

1 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce

Additional lemon halves, for serving

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Instructions

Prepare shrimp: Use small scissors to cut the shell along the back of each shrimp, leaving the shell and tail attached. Remove and discard the vein if desired. Set aside the shrimp.
Make pickling liquid: Stir together 8 cups of water, pickling spice, salt, Old Bay seasoning, halved lemons, and garlic in a large pot. Bring to a boil over high heat. Boil for 5 minutes.
Make dipping sauce: In a medium bowl, stir together ketchup, barbecue sauce, horseradish, lemon juice, and Worcestershire sauce. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
Cook and cool shrimp: Add the shrimp to the boiling water mixture and cook, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp turn opaque, about 3 to 4 minutes. Use a spider skimmer or slotted spoon to transfer the shrimp to a rimmed baking sheet, spreading them in an even layer. Let them stand until cool enough to handle, around 20 to 30 minutes. Serve with the dipping sauce and lemon halves.

Notes

For a unique twist, add oranges or limes along with or in place of the lemons.
Try adding herbs like thyme, rosemary, parsley, or cilantro to the poaching liquid for extra flavor.
If you prefer a spicy kick, add crushed red pepper flakes or fresh chiles to the poaching liquid.
Swap the Old Bay seasoning for Creole seasoning for a different flavor profile.
Leftovers can be added to salads, pasta, or soups.
Can be served chilled or reheated by steaming or microwaving.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Seafood
Method: Poaching
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 200
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 900mg
Fat: 1g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Unsaturated Fat: 1g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 24g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 25g
Cholesterol: 160mg