What to Serve with Boiled Shrimp

Collage of sides for boiled shrimp with text overlay.

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: American

Keyword: shrimp

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 3

Cooling Time: 2

Total Time: 10

Servings: people

Calories: 95kcal

Author: Platings and Pairings

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Equipment

Ingredients

1 pound large shrimp 16 to 20 count, peeled and deveined, tail on
1 lemon halved
2 teaspoons kosher salt plus more for serving
Lemon wedges for serving

Instructions

Bring a large pot of water to a boil (about 2 quarts).
Prepare a bowl of ice water.
Once the water is boiling, add the lemon halves and salt, along with the shrimp.
Cook for 2-3 minutes (depending on the size of your shrimp), until pink.
Remove with a slotted spoon to the bowl of ice water to let cool.
Serve with cocktail sauce, remoulade sauce, or drawn butter.

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