Poached Shrimp with Bay Leaves and Lemon
Elevate your appetizer game with this simple yet elegant recipe for Poached Shrimp with Bay Leaves and Lemon. Tender, succulent shrimp are gently poached in a fragrant broth infused with fresh lemon, aromatic bay leaves, garlic, and whole peppercorns, ensuring every bite is bursting with delicate flavor. The quick poaching method preserves the shrimp’s juicy texture, while a refreshing ice bath locks in their vibrant color and perfect doneness. Garnished with lemon slices, this dish is as visually stunning as it is delicious—ideal for dinner parties, light lunches, or your next seafood platter. Ready in just 20 minutes, this recipe is a go-to for effortless sophistication. Serve the shrimp chilled with your favorite dipping sauce, and watch them disappear from the table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Raw shrimp (peeled and deveined, tails on)
- 4 cups Water
- 1 whole Lemon
- 3 pieces Bay leaves
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Black peppercorns
- 4 cups Ice water
Instructions
Fill a medium saucepan with 4 cups of water and place it over medium-high heat.
Cut the lemon in half. Squeeze the juice of one half into the water, then toss in the squeezed half. Slice the remaining half into thin rounds and set aside for garnish.
Add the bay leaves, peeled garlic cloves, salt, and black peppercorns to the water.
Bring the water to a gentle simmer, ensuring it does not reach a boil, so the shrimp poach gently.
Add the raw shrimp to the simmering liquid. Stir to separate them, then let them cook for 2-3 minutes or until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.
Using a slotted spoon, remove the shrimp from the pot and immediately transfer them to a large bowl filled with ice water. This stops the cooking process and ensures tender shrimp.
Allow the shrimp to chill for about 5 minutes in the ice water, then transfer them to a serving platter.
Garnish with the reserved lemon slices and serve immediately as an appetizer or with your choice of dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
487 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.8 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 857 mg | 286% | |
| Sodium | 2895 mg | 126% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.1 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.4 g | ||
| Protein | 110.2 g | 220% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 255 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 1351 mg | 29% | |
*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.
