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How to Cook Frozen Shrimp

Sauteed shrimp

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Cooking frozen shrimp is easier than you think! With my fool-proof method, you’ll have juicy, tender, and perfectly sautéed shrimp ready to serve in less than 10 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ pounds medium frozen shrimp, deveined (tail on or peeled)
  • ¾ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¾ teaspoon smoked paprika (or substitute standard paprika)
  • ¾ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¾ teaspoon onion powder
  • ¾ teaspoon cumin
  • 3 tablespoons butter or olive oil
  • 3 lemon wedges
  • Fresh cilantro or parsley, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Place the shrimp in a large bowl of very cold water for 15 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes to break up clumps that freeze together. (After 15 minutes, rinse off any remaining ice.)
  2. Pat the shrimp completely dry. 
  3. In a medium bowl, mix the shrimp with the salt, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cumin.
  4. In a large skillet, heat the butter on medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 1 to 2 minutes per side until just opaque and cooked through.
  5. Spritz with juice from the lemon wedges and serve immediately.