CREAMY DILL SHRIMP SALAD

Creamy Dill Shrimp Salad image

Provided by DebbiF

Categories Brunch

Time 30m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons kosher salt, plus
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 lemon, cut into quarters
4 lbs large shrimp, in the shell (16 to 20 shrimp per pound)
2 cups good mayonnaise
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons white wine or 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
6 tablespoons minced fresh dill
1 cup minced red onion (1 onion)
3 cups minced celery (6 stalks)

Steps:

Bring 5 quarts of water, 3 tablespoons salt, and the lemon to a boil in a large saucepan.
Add half the shrimp and reduce the heat to medium.
Cook uncovered for only 3 minutes or until the shrimp are barely cooked through.
Remove with a slotted spoon to a bowl of cold water.
Bring the water back to a boil and repeat with the remaining shrimp.
Let cool; then peel, and devein the shrimp.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, mustard, wine or vinegar, 1 teaspoon salt, pepper, and dill.
Combine with the peeled shrimp.
Add the red onion and celery and check the seasonings.
Serve or cover and refrigerate for a few hours.