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Maryland Steamed Spices Shrimp

Dianna
Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 3 mins
Total Time 23 mins
Course Main Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb large or extra large uncooked shrimp, shell on (See Note)
  • ½ cup water
  • ½ cup red wine vinegar
  • Juice of one lemon
  • 3 tbsp Old Bay Seasoning
  • Cocktail Sauce
  • Lemon Wedges

Instructions
 

  • If shrimp is frozen, thaw in a bowl of cold water for 20 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  • If fresh, rinse in cold water. Drain and pick out any shell pieces. Set aside.
  • Place water, beer, vinegar, lemon juice and Old Bay Seasoning in medium stock pot (4-6 quarts). Whisk together and bring to boil over medium-high heat.
  • Add shrimp to pot and cook for 2-3 minutes, just until shrimp curls up and turns pink.
  • Drain and serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to use.
  • Serve with cocktail sauce and lemon wedges. Shell before eating!

Notes

Note: You can take the shells off the shrimp ahead of time, before cooking, if you prefer. Shell on is the traditional way to cook this dish.
 
Keyword Maryland Steamed Spices Shrimp, steamed shrimp