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Beer Boiled Shrimp Recipe

Dive into a world of flavor with this incredibly easy Beer-Boiled Shrimp recipe! Ready in under 15 minutes, this dish boasts juicy, tender shrimp infused with the subtle crispness of beer and a hint of savory spice. Perfect as a quick weeknight meal, appetizer, or for your next get-together.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 8 mins
Calories 290 kcal
Protein 93g
Rating 5.0 (4 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Beer Boiled Shrimp

  • 1 pound large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 cups light beer
  • 1 tablespoon Old Bay Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • Lemon wedges (for serving)
  • Cocktail sauce (for serving)
  • Fresh parsley (for garnish, optional)

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How to Make Beer Boiled Shrimp

  1. In a large pot (at least 3 quarts), bring 2 cups of beer to a rolling boil. Add 1 tablespoon of Old Bay seasoning, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper.
  2. Gently stir in 1 pound of peeled and deveined shrimp. Cover the pot immediately.
  3. Once the beer returns to a boil, reduce heat to maintain a gentle simmer for exactly 5 minutes. Do not overcook!
  4. Turn off the heat and let the shrimp sit in the hot beer for 3-5 minutes to ensure they are cooked through and tender.
  5. Carefully remove the shrimp from the pot using a slotted spoon and place them in a colander to drain excess liquid.
  6. Serve immediately with lemon wedges and your favorite cocktail sauce. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

14 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

3g

Carbs

1g

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