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Stock up on frozen shrimp, water, pot, strainer, and your favorite seasonings for this recipe.
Fill a pot with water and bring it to a rolling boil over high heat
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Don't thaw! Add your frozen shrimp directly to the boiling water
Smaller shrimp cook faster. This guide provides boiling times for different shrimp sizes.
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For small shrimp (under 41/50 count per pound), boil for 2-3 minutes for perfectly cooked shrimp.
For medium shrimp (41/50 to 31/40 count per pound), boil for 3-4 minutes.
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For jumbo shrimp (31/40 to 21/25 count per pound), boil for 4-5 minutes.
Look for opaque pink or white flesh and a slight curl in the shrimp (like a "C").
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Use a slotted spoon to remove the cooked shrimp from the boiling water and drain thoroughly
Use your perfectly cooked shrimp in salads, stir-fries, pastas, or enjoy them plain with your favorite dipping sauce
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Enjoy your delicious and perfectly cooked frozen shrimp! Now you're a boiling pro