Boiled Shrimp In The Shell Recipe
With our zesty cocktail & remoulade sauces.
Was this page helpful?
Help improve this recipe for others.
Send this recipe to your inbox.
We'll email it straight to you - plus weekly cooking inspiration.
Ingredients
Some product links may be affiliates. If you buy through them, you're supporting the site and Pekin may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
Shrimp
Zesty Cocktail Sauce
Remoulade Sauce
Method
Shrimp Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Shrimp
In a large pot, combine 4 quarts of water, 1 tablespoon of salt, and 2 tablespoons of Old Bay seasoning. Bring the mixture to a vigorous boil.
- 2
Boil the Shrimp
Once the water is boiling, add 2 pounds of large shrimp in the shell. Cover the pot and cook for 2-3 minutes until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.
- 3
- 4
Drain and Serve
Drain the shrimp again and serve them chilled on a platter.
Zesty Cocktail Sauce Preparation
- 5
Mix the Cocktail Sauce
In a bowl, combine 1 cup of ketchup, 2 tablespoons of horseradish, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce to taste. Stir well to combine.
Remoulade Sauce Preparation
- 6
Prepare the Remoulade
In another bowl, mix together 1 cup of mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons of Dijon mustard, 1 tablespoon of chopped capers, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of paprika, and hot sauce to taste. Stir until well blended.