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Zesty Boiled Shrimp
 
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 25 Minutes
Ready In: 35 Minutes
Servings: 8
Great for a coctail party.
Ingredients:
3 lbs fresh jumbo shrimp
1/3 cup cajun seasoning (i prefer cajun's choice)
3 tablespoons old bay seasoning
2 onions, quartered
2 lemons, quartered
4 garlic cloves
4 bay leaves
Directions:
1. In a large stock pot, place seasoning, onions, lemons, garlic and bay leafs.
2. Fill pot 1/2 way up, about 3 gallons with water to, bring to a boil.
3. Boil seasoned water for 10 minutes.
4. Add the shrimp and continue to boil, about 3-5 minutes, or until shrimp are pink.
5. Remove from heat, add ice to shock the shrimp and stop the cooking process, cover and allow sit for 5 to 10 minutes, depending how spicy you like it.
6. Drain and set aside and allow tocool.
7. If eating hot serve right after cooking.
By RecipeOfHealth.com