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Poached Shrimp on ice on platter
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Juicy Poached Shrimp Recipe

Poaching is the easiest way to cook shrimp. The poached shrimp remain super succulent and juicy, and they can be used in your favorite shrimp cocktail, salads, and more.
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Keyword poached shrimp
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 4 minutes
Total Time 9 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 105kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 pound uncooked fresh or frozen large shrimp. 21-25 per pound, peeled, deveined, and tails removed
  • 8 cups water
  • 1 lemon, halved
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 4 peppercorns
  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt

Instructions

  • Prep the poaching broth. In a large stockpot, add 8 cups water, the juice of 1 lemon and lemon halves, 1 bay leaf, 4 peppercorns, and 1 tablespoon kosher salt.
  • Poach the shrimp. Bring to a boil then turn off the heat. Add 1 pound shrimp to the hot water and poach for 3-4 minutes or until the shrimp turn opaque and are just firm to the touch.
  • Immediately drain and transfer the shrimp to an ice-water bath until cool. Drain the shrimp and transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels to cool.

Notes

Poached shrimp are especially perfect for making shrimp cocktail! 

Nutrition

Calories: 105kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 183mg | Sodium: 1903mg | Potassium: 338mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 8IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 96mg | Iron: 1mg