Description
Transform your shrimp into a tangy, spicy masterpiece with this Pickled Shrimp recipe! Perfect as an appetizer or a snack, these flavorful shrimp are steeped in a briny, spiced marinade that tantalizes your taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup white vinegar
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon black peppercorns
- 1 bay leaf
- 1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon coriander seeds
- 1 small onion, thinly sliced
Instructions
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Prepare the Brine:
- Bring the water and vinegar to a boil in a medium-sized pot, then reduce the heat to low.
- Stir in garlic, salt, sugar, red pepper flakes, black peppercorns, bay leaf, mustard seeds, and coriander seeds. Simmer for 5 minutes.
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Cook the Shrimp:
- Add shrimp to the pot and cook for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink and are just cooked through.
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Cool and Combine:
- Remove the pot from heat and let the shrimp mixture cool for 10 minutes.
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Assemble:
- Add the sliced onion to a clean jar. Pour the cooled shrimp and brine mixture over the onions.
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Refrigerate:
- Seal the jar and refrigerate for at least 24 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
- This dish is best enjoyed chilled and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Serve with crackers, crusty bread, or a light salad for a complete experience.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 810mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 120mg