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Boiled Shrimp

Plump, tender shrimp boiled with green onions and served with a simple dipping sauce. A quick, healthy, and satisfying meal.

Total time
15 min
Servings
4
Calories
120
Protein
23g
Boiled Shrimp
comfortingquickAmericanlow-carbketoshrimptenderjuicy

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    In a large pot, bring 6 cups water and 1 tablespoon salt to a rolling boil over high heat.

  2. Step 2

    Add 1 pound shrimp and 2 chopped green onions to the boiling water. Cook until shrimp turn pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes.

  3. Step 3

    Drain shrimp immediately and transfer to a serving plate. Discard the cooking liquid and green onions.

  4. Step 4

    In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, and 1 teaspoon sesame oil.

  5. Step 5

    Chop the remaining 2 green onions and sprinkle over the shrimp.

  6. Step 6

    Serve the shrimp warm or chilled with the dipping sauce on the side.

Tools you’ll need

  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • Small bowl
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

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