Michael's Poached Jumbo Shrimp

Shrimp Cocktail

skill level

Easy

time

1-30min

servings

cost

Contributed by : Michael Symon

A quick, elegant appetizer, ideal for a simple family gathering, or a festive party.

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step 1

ingredients 1 cup White Wine
2 tablespoons Salt
10 Black Peppercorns
2 tablespoons Mustard Seeds
2 tablespoons Coriander Seeds
1 Bay Leaf
2 Shallots (cut in half)
1 head of Garlic (sliced horizontally)
1 Lemon (juiced)
1 Lime (juiced)

instructions In a large dutch oven, bring about 3 quarts of water to a boil. Add the white wine, salt, peppercorns, mustard seeds, coriander, bay leaf, shallots and garlic. Squeeze in the lemon and lime.
step 2

ingredients 2 pounds Jumbo Shrimp (shelled; deveined; and tails on)

instructions Bring back to a boil and then reduce to a simmer, letting reduce for about 5 minutes. Add the shrimp and let cook one minute.
step 3

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instructions Take off the heat, cover and let continue cooking for another 2 minutes, or until the shrimp are opaque and pink. Remove from the liquid and put on a tray to cool in the fridge.
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