Fresh Shrimp Cocktail… NOT Pre-Cooked Frozen

In most parts of the country it is difficult to get fresh shrimp. That’s okay. Frozen shrimp is fine, it’s the cooked frozen shrimp we have a problem with. Many times the frozen cooked shrimp tastes like iodine. It’s so simple to take just a little extra time and cook the shrimp yourself.

Ingredients:

  • I Pound frozen uncooked shrimp
  • 1 Small onion
  • 1 Rib Celery
  • 3 Bay leaves
  • 1 Tablespoon peppercorns
  • 1/2 Cup lemon juice or white vinegar
  • 1 Cup water

Directions:

Wash and thaw the shrimp under cold running water.

In a large pot, combine all the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil. Steam the shrimp using a steamer basket for 6-8 minutes. Remove from the heat and cool immediately under cold running water.

When cool, peel and serve.

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