Cold Beer Shrimp
Chill out with the ultimate summer seafood dish: Cold Beer Shrimp! This quick and easy recipe combines succulent, shell-on shrimp with the bold flavors of light beer, zesty lemon, aromatic garlic, and classic Old Bay seasoning to create the perfect chilled appetizer or party snack. The shrimp are gently poached in a flavorful beer broth, then plunged into an ice bath to lock in their tender texture and vibrant taste. Best served cold, this crowd-pleaser pairs beautifully with lemon wedges and your favorite dipping sauces, like tangy cocktail sauce or creamy garlic aioli. Ready in just 15 minutes, Cold Beer Shrimp is an ideal make-ahead option for backyard barbecues, game day spreads, or any occasion that calls for refreshingly delicious seafood.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Raw shrimp (large, deveined, shell-on)
- 24 ounces Beer (light or lager)
- 8 cups Water
- 1 whole Lemon (sliced)
- 4 cloves Garlic (smashed)
- 2 leaves Bay leaves
- 2 tablespoons Old Bay seasoning
- 4 cups Ice cubes
- 1 teaspoon Salt (optional)
Instructions
In a large pot, combine beer, water, sliced lemon, smashed garlic, bay leaves, Old Bay seasoning, and salt (if using). Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
Once the liquid is boiling, add the shrimp to the pot. Stir gently to ensure the shrimp are fully submerged.
Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes or until they turn pink and opaque. Be careful not to overcook.
Using a slotted spoon, immediately transfer the shrimp to a large bowl filled with ice cubes to stop the cooking process.
Let the shrimp chill in the ice bath for 5-10 minutes, until completely cold.
Drain the shrimp and peel them, leaving the tail intact if desired for presentation.
Serve the cold beer shrimp on a platter with lemon wedges and your favorite dipping sauces, such as cocktail sauce or garlic aioli.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
984 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 11.0 g | 14% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.2 g | 11% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1227 mg | 409% | |
| Sodium | 5494 mg | 239% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.2 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.6 g | ||
| Protein | 163.3 g | 327% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 505 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 4.1 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 1605 mg | 34% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
