Old Bay Boiled Shrimp
This quick and flavorful Old Bay Shrimp BOil is a 5-minute seafood favorite perfect for parties, picnics, or weeknight meals. Serve warm or chilled with cocktail sauce or melted butter. It's a classic way to enjoy shrimp at its best.
Servings 4
Calories 123kcal
Equipment
- Large stock pot
Ingredients
- 1 pound shrimp , raw, jumbo size preferred
- ½ cup water
- ¼ cup cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Old Bay Seasoning
- 1 Lemon , cut into wedges, optional
Instructions
How to Boil Shrimp with Old Bay
- Rinse and peel the shells from the shrimp, leaving the tails intact.
- Add the water, cider vinegar, and old bay seasoning to a large stockpot and bring to a boil over medium high heat.
- Add the shrimp to the boiling water solution and simmer for 3 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and is no longer opaque.
- Drain cooking liquid from the shrimp and allow to cool.
- Pour contents of pot onto a large platter and garnish with lemon wedges, fresh parsley, and sprinkle with additional old bay seasoning if desired.
- Chill until ready to serve.
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Nutrition
Calories: 123kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 286mg | Sodium: 884mg | Potassium: 115mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 53IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 184mg | Iron: 3mg
