Description
Southern pickled shrimp deliver a tangy, zesty punch of flavor perfect for summer gatherings. Crisp, briny seafood marinates in a bold vinegar blend that elevates classic coastal cuisine.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs (675 g) shrimp, large, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsps Old Bay seasoning
- 2 tbsps fresh lemon juice
- ½ cup apple cider vinegar
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 1 lemon, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsps chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tbsps capers (optional)
- ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- ½ tsp black peppercorns
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions
- Poaching: Bring a large pot of water seasoned with Old Bay and lemon slices to a gentle simmer. Delicately cook shrimp until they transform from translucent to pink, approximately 2-3 minutes.
- Cooling: Immediately plunge shrimp into an ice bath to halt cooking, then drain completely and set aside to cool.
- Marinade Creation: Whisk together vinegar, olive oil, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard. Blend in garlic, red onion, red pepper flakes, black peppercorns, bay leaf, parsley, and capers to form a vibrant, multi-layered marinade.
- Marinating: Gently combine cooled shrimp with the prepared marinade, ensuring thorough coating. Transfer the mixture to a clean glass container, fully submerging the shrimp in the liquid.
- Flavor Infusion: Refrigerate the sealed container for a minimum of 4 hours, preferably overnight, to develop a complex flavor profile. Occasionally stir to distribute seasonings evenly.
- Serving: Present chilled pickled shrimp as an elegant appetizer, accompanying with crackers, garnishing salads, or featuring on a seafood platter.
Notes
- Prevent Overcooking: Watch shrimp closely during boiling, removing them immediately when they turn pink to maintain tender, succulent texture and avoid rubbery consistency.
- Maximize Flavor Infusion: Let shrimp marinate overnight for deeper, more complex taste profile, allowing seasonings to thoroughly penetrate and enhance the seafood’s natural sweetness.
- Ensure Proper Cooling: Use ice bath technique immediately after boiling to stop cooking process, preserving shrimp’s delicate texture and preventing potential toughness.
- Customize Spice Level: Adjust red pepper flakes quantity to personalize heat intensity, making the dish adaptable for different taste preferences and spice tolerances.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 200 mg