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Basic Boiled Shrimp


Course : Shrimp
Serves: 6
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Ingredients:


2 pounds large shrimp -- peeled and deveined

1 clove garlic -- minced

1 large lemon -- quartered

8 cups water

1/4 teaspoon fennel seeds

1/8 teaspoon cumin seeds

1 teaspoon mustard seeds

1/8 teaspoon caraway seeds

1/4 teaspoon dried thyme

1/2 teaspoon dried basil

1 teaspoon dried marjoram

1 teaspoon cayenne pepper

12 whole cloves

20 pieces peppercorns

4 pieces bay leaves
 

Preparation / Directions:


In a double or triple thickness of cheesecloth, combine all the spices (first 11 ingredients). Secure the packet with a piece of string. Combine water, lemon, garlic, and spice bag together in a Dutch oven. Bring the water to a boil, reduce the heat, and simmer for 3 minutes. Add shrimp and return to a boil. Boil shrimp for 3 to 5 minutes. Drain thoroughly and chill. Serve with cocktail sauce. Serving size: 4 oz

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