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Spicy Steamed Shrimp

SUBMITTED BY: Wendi  PHOTO BY: CNM CATERING 

"Messy, but worth the extra napkins!"
Spicy Steamed Shrimp Recipe
RECIPE RATING:
This recipe has been rated 24 times with an average star rating of 4.5
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PREP TIME  5 Min
COOK TIME  20 Min
READY IN  25 Min

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 1 quart water
  • 1 pound tiger prawns with shell
  • 3 ounces Old Bay ™ Seasoning
  • 1 (12 ounce) jar cocktail sauce

What to Drink?
Wine Riesling

DIRECTIONS

  1. In a large pot, bring 1 quart of water to a boil.
  2. Place shrimp in a steamer basket and place on top of the pot; cover. Do not submerge shrimp. Remove some water if necessary. Season the shrimp with Old Bay seasoning.
  3. Steam shrimp until pink.
  4. Eat by removing shells as you go and dipping in cocktail sauce.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.54 star rating.
Reviewed on dec. 28, 2006 by griller3 
THIS IS A 5 STAR RECIPE WITH SOME CHANGES YOU REALLY DO NOT NEED BUT A CUP OF WATER AND ABOUT... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.54 star rating.
Reviewed on jan. 29, 2008 by Matt Diegel 
this is how to do 'em... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.54 star rating.
Reviewed on dec. 31, 2003 by K 
Really quick and easy! We did this instead of instructions on seasoning box and think it's... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.54 star rating.
Reviewed on oct. 23, 2006 by Andi 
Hey, a Marylander here, I have to say, this is a tried and true technique. Steaming versus... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 2 stars. This recipe averages a 4.54 star rating.
Reviewed on mar. 19, 2006 by MARMARL 
I hate to stray from the recipe, but 3 ounces of Old Bay is a whole small jar! I just used 3... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.54 star rating.
Reviewed on jun. 15, 2007 by opal~/~dragonfly 
Good! I didn't add quite as much Old Bay as recipe stated (seemed like alot). I also added a... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.54 star rating.
Reviewed on sep. 20, 2005 by PRECIOUSPRINCESS747 
This recipe was easier and much cheaper then go to the local fish market and buying steamed... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.54 star rating.
Reviewed on dec. 3, 2004 by MICHELE TIBBO 
Quick and easy recipe for a great meal! The shrimp were tender and juicy, cooked just long... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.54 star rating.
Reviewed on mar. 25, 2008 by SLJ6 
I also added fresh lemons while cooking. Served with cocktail sauce. So good. MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.54 star rating.
Reviewed on feb. 5, 2007 by arouse0930 
This was a nice tasting recipe. I would have liked it to have a few more seasonings than just... MORE

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Nutritional Information
Spicy Steamed Shrimp

Servings Per Recipe: 2

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 415

  • Total Fat: 4.5g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
  • Sodium: 6954mg
  • Total Carbs: 41.5g
  •     Dietary Fiber: 7g
  • Protein: 49.5g

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