Steamed Shrimp

This recipe for Steamed Shrimp has Old Bay seasoning, lemon, and a bit of hot sauce for flavor. The shrimp is perfectly cooked and full of flavor once steamed. This delectable dish is the perfect blend of taste and simplicity.

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American

Keyword steamed shrimp, steamed shrimp recipe

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 5

Total Time 20

Servings people

Calories 86kcal

Author Tanya

Equipment

1 Steamer Basket

Ingredients

1 pound Raw Jumbo Shrimp shells on and deveined
1 Tablespoon Old Bay seasoning
3 Tablespoons Hot sauce
1 Tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
Water for steaming

Instructions

Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel.
Combine the Old Bay seasoning, hot sauce, and fresh lemon juice in a large bowl. Mix well to create a marinade.
Add the shrimp to the marinade and toss until evenly coated. Let the shrimp marinate for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse.
Fill a pot with 1 inch of water so that it is below the steamer basket. Bring the water to a boil.
Place the marinated shrimp in the steamer basket in a single layer.
Place the steamer basket on top of a pot filled with boiling water to cook the shrimp. Cover the pot and let the shrimp steam for 5-6 minutes. Keep steaming until the shrimp turn pink and opaque. Be careful not to overcook them, as they can become tough.
Remove the steamer from heat and pour the shrimp onto a platter or bowl. Cool for a few minutes before serving.
Serve the steamed shrimp as an appetizer or main dish. You can garnish them with additional lemon wedges and fresh herbs if desired.

Notes

You can adjust the amount of hot sauce according to your preference for spiciness. I use Texas Pete hot sauce in this recipe, which is a milder hot sauce. If using a spicier brand, use less hot sauce.
If using shrimp with the shell already removed, reduce the cooking time by about a minute. The same goes if using smaller shrimp, as smaller shrimp will cook faster.

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