Jul 09 2026
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Peel & Eat Shrimp Recipe

Inspired by LP - Street Food
Time45m
Serves4

Shrimp Served Cold, Old Bay Aioli, Grilled Tomatillo Cocktail Sauce, Fresh Herbs

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Ingredients

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Shrimp

Old Bay Aioli

Grilled Tomatillo Cocktail Sauce

Fresh Herbs

Method

Shrimp Preparation

  1. 1

    Boil the Shrimp

    In a large pot, bring 4 quarts of water to a boil. Add the Old Bay seasoning and the halved lemon. Stir to combine.

  2. 2

    Cook the Shrimp

    Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the boiling water. Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.

  3. 3

    Ice Bath

    Remove the shrimp from the pot and immediately place them in a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Allow the shrimp to cool completely.

  4. 4

    Drain and Chill

    Once cooled, drain the shrimp and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Old Bay Aioli Preparation

  1. 5

    Combine Ingredients

    In a medium bowl, combine mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, Old Bay seasoning, and salt to taste.

  2. 6

    Mix Well

    Whisk until smooth and well combined. Adjust seasoning as needed.

  3. 7

    Chill

    Cover and refrigerate the aioli until serving time.

Grilled Tomatillo Cocktail Sauce Preparation

  1. 8

    Grill the Tomatillos

    Preheat a grill to medium-high heat. Place the halved tomatillos and chopped jalapeño on the grill. Grill for about 5-7 minutes, or until they are charred and softened.

  2. 9

    Blend the Sauce

    Transfer the grilled tomatillos and jalapeño to a blender. Add chopped red onion, cilantro, lime juice, and salt to taste.

  3. 10

    Puree

    Blend until smooth, adjusting seasoning as needed. Transfer the cocktail sauce to a serving bowl.

  4. 11

    Chill

    Refrigerate the cocktail sauce until ready to serve.

Garnishing

  1. 12

    Prepare Fresh Herbs

    Chop fresh parsley and dill. Set aside for garnishing.

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