Steamed Shrimp or Shrimp Cocktail
Delight in the simplicity and elegance of our Steamed Shrimp or Shrimp Cocktail recipe, a perfect appetizer that’s ready in just 15 minutes! Featuring plump, juicy shrimp infused with the bold flavors of Old Bay seasoning and fresh lemon, this dish strikes the perfect balance of zest and savoriness. Steamed to tender perfection, the shrimp can be enjoyed warm as a light entrée or chilled alongside a tangy cocktail sauce for a classic party favorite. With minimal prep time and a quick cooking process, this recipe is ideal for everything from casual gatherings to elegant occasions. Serve with extra lemon slices for a refreshing twist and let this versatile seafood dish steal the show!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Raw large shrimp (peeled and deveined, tail on)
- 4 cups Water
- 2 tablespoons Old Bay seasoning
- 1 whole Lemon (sliced)
- 0.5 cup Cocktail sauce (optional for serving)
Instructions
Start by preparing the shrimp. Rinse them under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Ensure they are peeled and deveined, leaving the tails on for easy handling.
In a large pot, add 4 cups of water, 2 tablespoons of Old Bay seasoning, and slices from 1 lemon. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil over high heat.
Reduce the heat to medium and place a steamer basket or metal colander over the boiling water. Ensure the basket does not touch the water directly.
Add the shrimp to the steamer basket in an even layer. Cover the pot with a tightly fitting lid and let the shrimp steam for 3-5 minutes or until they turn pink and opaque.
Once cooked, immediately remove the shrimp from the steamer and transfer them to a plate or bowl. Allow them to cool for a few minutes if serving as a shrimp cocktail.
Serve the steamed shrimp warm or chilled with 0.5 cups of cocktail sauce and additional lemon slices, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
624 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.6 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 857 mg | 286% | |
| Sodium | 3285 mg | 143% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.5 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.0 g | ||
| Protein | 109.5 g | 219% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 430 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 1474 mg | 31% | |
*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.
