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Shrimp with the Shell On

Cultural Context

In Belgium, shrimp with the shell on is a beloved dish often enjoyed in coastal regions. The practice of cooking shrimp in their shells enhances their flavor and keeps them moist. Traditionally, this dish is served as a casual meal, often accompanied by a refreshing salad and crusty bread. Today, variations can be found in many seafood restaurants, showcasing different spices and cooking methods.

BelgianBEmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon garlic
raw shrimp with shells on
4 tablespoons Old Bay seasoning
salt
pepper
juice of 1 lemon

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil provides a healthier fat option.

white wine

🥗Healthier: non-alcoholic wine

💰Cheaper: chicken broth

Chicken broth adds flavor without alcohol.

1

Get your pan really hot.

2

Add 1 tablespoon of butter to the pan.

3

Add about 1 tablespoon of garlic to the pan.

4

Once the garlic gets fragrant, add the raw shrimp with shells on.

5

Cook the shrimp until they turn a nice pink color.

6

Add 4 tablespoons of Old Bay seasoning to the shrimp.

7

Add salt and pepper to taste.

8

Squeeze the juice of 1 lemon over the shrimp.

9

Let the shrimp cook for about 6 minutes total.

10

Remove the shrimp from the heat.

Cooking Techniques

boilingsautéing

Equipment Needed

pan

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Allergens

shellfishmilk

Also Known As

Prawns with ShellShell-on Shrimp

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