Description
Master shrimp like a pro with this ultimate guide. From boiling and sautéing to grilling and baking, learn the secrets to perfectly cooked, juicy shrimp every time.
Ingredients
- Fresh, frozen, or pre-cooked shrimp
- Salt
- Water
- Olive oil or butter
- Garlic, shallots, or onions (optional)
- Favorite seasonings: paprika, cayenne, lemon zest, etc.
- Lemon slices or herbs (for baking or grilling)
- Skewers (for grilling)
Instructions
- Boiling: Bring salted water to a boil. Add shrimp and cook 2–3 minutes until pink and opaque. Rinse under cold water.
- Pan-Frying: Heat oil/butter in a hot skillet. Add shrimp in a single layer, cook 2–3 minutes per side. Season to taste.
- Sautéing: Heat oil/butter over medium heat. Cook aromatics, then add shrimp and cook 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add sauce or seasoning.
- Baking: Preheat oven to 400°F. Arrange shrimp on parchment-lined tray, drizzle with oil, season, and bake 8–10 minutes.
- Grilling: Preheat grill to medium-high. Thread shrimp on skewers, brush with oil, and grill 2–3 minutes per side.
Notes
Avoid overcooking shrimp—they become rubbery. Pat them dry before cooking and don’t overcrowd the pan or grill. Experiment with herbs, spices, and sauces for endless flavor variations.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Seafood
- Method: Varied
- Cuisine: Global
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 170mg
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