48 Hour Marinated Shrimp Recipe

Ingredients for 48 Hour Marinated Shrimp

• Water
• Large Raw Shrimp
• Red Onions
• Yellow Bell Pepper
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• Red Wine Vinegar
• Sugar
• Lemon Rind
• Fresh Lemon Juice
• White Wine Worcestershire Sauce
• Hot Sauce
• Dijon Mustard
• Salt
• Garlic Cloves
• Fresh Basil

How to Make 48 Hour Marinated Shrimp

1. Bring 7 1/2 cups of water to a rolling boil in a large pot.
2. Add 2 pounds of shrimp to the boiling water and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until pink and opaque. Do not overcook.
3. Immediately drain the shrimp and rinse thoroughly under cold running water.
4. Transfer the shrimp to a bowl filled with ice water to rapidly cool them.
5. Once cooled, peel and devein the shrimp (if desired).
6. In a large airtight container, layer the shrimp, 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion, and 1/2 cup thinly sliced bell pepper.
7. In a separate bowl, whisk together the following marinade ingredients:
8. 1/2 cup olive oil
9. 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
10. 2 tablespoons lemon juice
11. 2 cloves garlic, minced
12. 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
13. 1 teaspoon dried oregano
14. 1 teaspoon dried basil
15. 1/2 teaspoon salt
16. 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
17. Pour the marinade over the shrimp and vegetables in the container.
18. Cover and refrigerate for at least 48 hours, stirring occasionally.
19. One hour before serving, stir in 1/2 cup of fresh chopped basil.