Peel and Eat Shrimp – This easy restaurant-style peel eat shrimp with homemade cocktail sauce made in less than 10 minutes, perfect for a quick appetizer.
There’s something undeniably satisfying about the simplicity of peel-and-eat shrimp. It’s a classic coastal treat that’s perfect for parties, gatherings, or a casual weeknight dinner.
Peel and Eat Shrimp – A Coastal Classic
Homemade cocktail sauce: Create your own cocktail sauce with ketchup, horseradish, lemon juice, and Worcestershire sauce for a customized flavor.
Grilled lemon: Grill lemon slices and serve them alongside the shrimp for a burst of citrusy flavor.
Shrimp skewers: Thread the cooked shrimp onto skewers for an easy-to-eat presentation.
Peel and Eat Shrimp – Tips and Tricks
Freshness matters: Use fresh, high-quality shrimp for the best flavor.
Seasoning: Enhance the flavor of the shrimp with Old Bay seasoning, lemon, garlic, or other herbs and spices.
Dipping sauces: Serve with a variety of dipping sauces like cocktail sauce, tartar sauce, or remoulade.
Recipe Variations
Spicy shrimp: Add chili powder or cayenne pepper to the cooking liquid for a spicy kick.
Lemon-herb shrimp: Add lemon slices and fresh herbs like dill or thyme to the cooking liquid for a bright and refreshing flavor.
Grilled shrimp: Grill the shrimp for a smoky and char-grilled flavor.
How to Serve Peel and Eat Shrimp ?
Classic: Serve with cocktail sauce or tartar sauce for dipping.
Party platter: Create a seafood platter with other shellfish like clams and oysters.
Summer gathering: Serve with chilled white wine or beer.
How to Store Leftovers ?
- Store leftover shrimp in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Reheat gently in the microwave or by steaming.
Recipe FAQs
What’s the best type of shrimp for peel and eat?
Large or extra-large shrimp are ideal for peel-and-eat shrimp. Look for shrimp with the shell and tail still on.
How do I clean the shrimp?
To clean the shrimp, remove the vein running down the back of the shrimp using a small knife or skewer. You can also leave the vein in if you prefer.
What’s the best way to cook this?
Boiling is the most common method, but you can also steam or grill shrimp. The cooking time depends on the size of the shrimp.
Peel and Eat Shrimp
Peel and Eat Shrimp - This easy restaurant-style peel and eat shrimp with homemade cocktail sauce made in less than 10 minutes, perfect for a quick appetizer.
Ingredients
For Peel and Eat Shrimp
- 1 lb 21-25 count (per pound) shrimp shell on
- 12 ounces beer your favorite brand
- 2 tbsp. old bay seasoning for cooking
- 1 tbsp. pickling spice for cooking
- 1 lemon cut in half, juiced
- A tbsp. old bay seasoning, for seasoning
- lemon slices garnish
For the Cocktail Sauce
- ½ cup Heinz chili sauce
- 2 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
- ½ cup ketchup
- 2 tsp. lemon juice
- 3-4 teaspoon prepared horseradish
Instructions
- In a saucepan fill halfway with water, add the Old Bay, beer, pickling spice and the freshly squeezed lemon into the water.
- Bring water to a boil, then add the shrimp. Cook for about 2-4 minutes or until perfectly done. Drain and discard the lemon.
- In a small bowl, combine the lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, horseradish, and chili sauce.
- Adjust the amount of horseradish to spice up.
- Serve the hot or cool peel and eat shrimp immediately and serve with lemon slices and cocktail sauce.
Nutrition Information
Yield
4Serving Size
1Amount Per Serving Calories 578Total Fat 3gSaturated Fat 1gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 2gCholesterol 0mgSodium 1133mgCarbohydrates 112gFiber 7gSugar 8gProtein 20g
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