Boiled Shrimp Recipe

Summary

Preparation Time20 MinCooking Time30 Min
Ready In50 MinDifficulty LevelEasy
Health IndexJust EnjoyCuisine
CourseMethod
Main IngredientInterest Group

Ingredients

 Raw shrimp - 1/2 lb, unshelled
 Onion16 Small, peeled
 Sprig parsley - 1
 Salt1/2 Tablespoon
 Bay leaf1/2
 Thyme leaves1/8 Teaspoon, dried

Directions

GETTING READY
1. Rinse shrimps thoroughly and devein. Use a sharp knife to slit each the back side of each shrimp. Remove the sand vein.

MAKING
2. In a large skillet add 2 cups of water, salt, parsley, onion, thyme, curry powder and bay leaf.
3. Boil over medium heat keeping the skillet covered. Simmer for next 10 minutes.
4. Combine shrimp. Boil again.
5. Reduce the heat and simmer for 5 minutes till shrimps are tender.
6. Drain excess water. Cool and refrigerate till use.

SERVING
7. Serve boiled shrimp with fried rice or with sauce.
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