POACHED SHRIMP
Citrus and aromatic bay leaf permeate tender shrimp during a quick boil. This crowd-pleasing recipe should be on your "easy appetizer" list.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Bring water, lemon, and bay leaf to a boil, covered, in a medium saucepan. Add 1 tablespoon salt. Reduce heat to low, and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Raise heat to high, and return water to a boil. Add shrimp; cook until bright pink and opaque, 1 1/2 to 2 minutes. Immediately transfer shrimp to a rimmed baking sheet using a slotted spoon; cover with ice, and let stand for 5 minutes.
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Ethan Romain
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the shrimp turned out great.
Las Pro
[email protected]The shrimp were a bit overcooked, but the poaching liquid was delicious. I used it to make a sauce for my pasta.
risto mongoya
[email protected]These poached shrimp were a little bland for my taste. I think I'll add some more herbs and spices to the poaching liquid next time.
nadeem nadeem
[email protected]I love how versatile this recipe is. I've used it to make shrimp tacos, shrimp scampi, and even shrimp salad. It's always a hit!
stacy springer
[email protected]This is my new favorite way to cook shrimp. It's so simple, but the results are amazing.
TANZIL TAMIM
[email protected]I've never poached shrimp before, but this recipe made it so easy. The shrimp turned out so tender and juicy, and the poaching liquid was perfect for dipping.
Brent Von Aschen
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the poaching liquid was delicious. I served them with a side of roasted vegetables and it was a perfect meal.
Basha 619
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the shrimp turned out tough and overcooked. I'm not sure what went wrong.
Mpho Machete
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of shrimp, but I tried this recipe and was pleasantly surprised. The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the poaching liquid was very flavorful.
Maylee H
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The shrimp cook in just a few minutes and the poaching liquid is full of flavor.
Zusiphe Buthelezi
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The shrimp are always cooked perfectly and the poaching liquid is delicious. I highly recommend this recipe.
Tena Godsway
[email protected]I'm allergic to shrimp, but my husband loved this recipe. He said the shrimp were cooked perfectly and the poaching liquid was very flavorful.
Asghar Key Maker
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the shrimp turned out great. I served them with a dipping sauce made of mayonnaise, lemon juice, and dill.
Willy Wonka305
[email protected]The shrimp were a bit overcooked, but the poaching liquid was delicious. I used it to make a sauce for my pasta.
Cathrine Gaines
[email protected]These poached shrimp were a little bland for my taste. I think I'll add some more herbs and spices to the poaching liquid next time.
Samatar Axmad
[email protected]I love how versatile this recipe is. I've used it to make shrimp cocktail, shrimp scampi, and even shrimp tacos. It's always a hit!
Devindra Mukhiya
[email protected]This is my new go-to recipe for poached shrimp. It's simple, quick, and always turns out perfectly.
Mpumi Gabela
[email protected]I've never poached shrimp before, but this recipe made it so easy. The shrimp turned out so tender and juicy, and the poaching liquid was perfect for dipping.
wishwa de alwis
[email protected]These poached shrimp were absolutely delicious! The shrimp were cooked perfectly, and the poaching liquid infused them with a subtle, flavorful broth.