Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsDock Street Bar & GrillSteamed Shrimp (1/2 Lb Or 1 Lb) Recipe

Steamed Shrimp (1/2 Lb Or 1 Lb) Recipe

Time15m
Serves2

Prepared Fresh with Old Bay & Onions

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Steamer

    In a large pot, bring 1 cup of water to a boil. Place a steamer basket in the pot, ensuring it doesn't touch the water.

  2. 2

    Season the Shrimp

    In a bowl, toss the shrimp with Old Bay seasoning until evenly coated.

  3. 3

    Add Onions

    Layer the sliced onions at the bottom of the steamer basket.

  4. 4

    Steam the Shrimp

    Place the seasoned shrimp on top of the onions in the steamer basket. Cover and steam for about 5-7 minutes or until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Remove the shrimp and onions from the steamer. Serve hot, optionally with additional Old Bay seasoning on the side.

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