Simple peel and eat steamed Shrimp spiced with flavor packed Old Bay Seasoning. The perfect summer dinner!
Prep Time5 minutesmins
Cook Time15 minutesmins
Total Time20 minutesmins
Course: Appetizer, Dinner, lunch
Cuisine: American
Keyword: old bay steamed shrimp
Servings: 4
Calories: 142kcal
Author: Kellie
Cost: $15
Equipment
steamer basket
Ingredients
1pounddeveined shrimpshell and tail on
8cupswater
1/4cupapple cider vinegar
2lemons sliced in half
3tablespoonsOld Bay Seasoning
1tablespoonchopped parsley
Cocktail sauceoptional
Instructions
Arrange the shrimp in a steamer basket and set aside.
Add the water, vinegar and lemons to a large stock pot (that the steamer basket will fit on top of with a lid.)
Bring the water to a boil over high heat.
Place the steamer bake in the pot being sure the water isn’t touching the bottom of the basket and cover.
Sprinkle the seasoning over the shrimp and toss to coat.
Reduce the heat to medium and steam the shrimp for 4-6 minutes, depending on the size of your shrimp.
Remove the lid and toss the shrimp with tongs to ensure they cook evenly. Continue cooking until the shrimp have turned pink and are opaque. Shrimp should form the shape of a “c”. If they curl up into an “o” shape, they are overcooked.
Transfer the shrimp to a platter and sprinkle with chopped parsley.
Serve with cocktail sauce and lemon wedges, if desired.
Notes
Steamed Shrimp can be made up to 3 days in advance. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.