Peel + Eat Shrimp Recipe
Local Shrimp Dusted with Zunzi's House Seasoning, Served with Cocktail Sauce, Lemon, and Choice of Sauce.
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Ingredients
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Shrimp
Cocktail Sauce
Optional Sauces / Garnish (choice of one or more)
Method
Shrimp
Prepare shrimp
If shrimp are frozen, thaw in the refrigerator overnight or under cold running water until pliable. Pat shrimp very dry with paper towels; moisture prevents even seasoning adhesion and proper sear.
Season
Place the shrimp in a bowl. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil and toss to coat. Sprinkle Zunzi's house seasoning, kosher salt, and black pepper over shrimp and toss until evenly coated.
Cook (boil method - traditional peel-and-eat)
Fill a large pot with 6 cups water and bring to a rolling boil. Add 1 tablespoon of Zunzi's seasoning to the water for layered flavor (optional). Add shrimp and simmer until just pink and opaque, 2 to 3 minutes for 16/20 shrimp. Do not overcook. Immediately transfer shrimp to an ice bath to stop cooking and firm the texture, about 2 minutes, then drain.
Alternatively - sauté/grill
Heat a large skillet or grill over medium-high heat. Add a small drizzle of oil or brush grill grates with oil. Add seasoned shrimp in a single layer and cook 1.5–2 minutes per side until pink and opaque with light char (total 3–4 minutes). Remove from heat and let rest 1 minute.
Finish
Transfer cooked shrimp to a serving bowl. Sprinkle chopped parsley and squeeze fresh lemon wedges over shrimp to brighten flavors. Keep chilled if serving cold.
Cocktail Sauce
In a small bowl combine ketchup, prepared horseradish, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce (if using), and a pinch of salt. Stir until smooth. Taste and adjust heat or acidity: add more horseradish for heat or more lemon for brightness. Chill until serving.
Optional Sauces / Garnish
If serving garlic butter: melt butter and stir in a small pinch of Zunzi's seasoning and a squeeze of lemon. Keep warm. For remoulade, spoon into a small ramekin. Provide cocktail forks or toothpicks and lemon wedges at the table. Arrange sauces around the shrimp bowl for guests to choose their sauce.