Bubba's Shrimp Boil

Here's a pot of shrimp, you'll eagerly dig into. Seasoned with onions, garlic, jalapeno and whole spices, this is not only a tasty entree but a satisfying meal.

Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 pounds large shrimp in shells
• 4 large garlic cloves
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1 lemon, halved
• 1/4 cup pickled jalapeno slices
• 2 tablespoons kosher salt
• 2 bay leaves, crumbled
• 2 teaspoons coriander seeds
• 2 teaspoons mustard seeds
• 2 teaspoons black peppercorns
• 1 teaspoon celery seed
• 1 teaspoon red pepper sauce
• Lemon wedges, for garnish

Instructions

1. Make a slit through shell down center of each curved side of shrimp to the tail. Remove vein. Refrigerate shrimp in bowl.
2. Meanwhile, bring 2 quarts water and remaining ingredients (except lemon wedges) to boil in large pot over medium-high heat. Boil for 20 minutes.
3. Add shrimp; return to boil and remove from heat. Cover and let stand 5 minutes.
4. Drain shrimp in large colander; discard liquid.
5. Serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Per serving: Calories 155; Total Fat 2.5g; Saturated Fat .5g; Cholesterol 210mg; Sodium 797mg; Carbohydrates 4g; Protein 29g; Calcium 92mg

Attribution

Posted by FootsieBear at Recipe Goldmine June 2, 2001

Source: lhj.com