nawlins boiled shrimp

Name: Nawlins Boiled Shrimp
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Cajun/Creole
Ingredients: 1 gallon(s) water; 3 large lemons; 2-3 large bay leaves; 1 1/2 teaspoon(s) cayenne pepper; 1 1/2 teaspoon(s) ground black pepper; 5 tablespoon(s) salt; 3 clove(s) garlic, smashed; 1 bag(s) 3 oz crab boil (optional); 3 pound(s) medium shrimp, shell on

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Lori L (JostLori)

San Diego

Updated on May 23, 2022

A Louisiana crab boil.

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prep time 5 Min

cook time 15 Min

method Stove Top

yield 6 serving(s)

Ingredients

1 gallon water
3 large lemons
2-3 large bay leaves
1 1/2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons ground black pepper
5 tablespoons salt
3 cloves garlic, smashed
1 bag 3 oz crab boil (optional)
3 pounds medium shrimp, shell on

How To Make nawlins boiled shrimp

Step 1

Bring the gallon of water to a boil in a large stock pot. Add all the spices, stir well, then return to a boil.

Step 2

Add the shrimp and boil for 5-8 minutes. Drain in a colander. Cool until ready to handle, then peel and devein the shrimp.
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