BEST EVER SPICY BOILED SHRIMP

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Adding the salt at the end makes these shrimp very easy to peel. The spice is just right, you MUST try these!!

Provided by cajun chef in Louis

Categories     Healthy

Time 20m

Yield 3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lemon
1 onion
1/4 cup cayenne pepper
2 bay leaves
2 lbs shrimp (do not peel)
1/4 cup salt
ice water

Steps:

  • To 1 gallon of water add sliced lemon, sliced onion, bay leaves and pepper (NOT THE SALT) and boil for 10 minutes. Add the shrimp and boil 3 minutes. Remove from heat and immediately add 2 cups of ice water and salt. Let stand 5 minutes then drain. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 257.6, Fat 4.4, SaturatedFat 0.6, Cholesterol 381, Sodium 11146.6, Carbohydrate 12, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 2.8, Protein 42.6

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