Maryland Style Steamed Shrimp

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup beer (you can also use apple cider vinegar)
  • 1 tablespoon of celery seed
  • 4 cups of water (stay beneath the steaming basket or rack)
  • 1/2 cup OLD BAY® Seasoning
  • 2 pounds large shrimp, peeled and de-veined, tails on

Preparation

Step 1

Prepare Shrimp by de-veining them. Leave the tails on.

Sprinkle a generous amount of Old Bay seasoning on shrimp and toss to cover well. Set aside.

In the bottom of your steamer, mix beer, celery seed and 1/2 tablespoon of Old Bay. Bring to boil on medium heat.

Lay shrimp in your steaming basket and sit on top of boiling liquid.

Cover and steam 2 to 3 minutes or just until shrimp turn pink.

Remove to a plate and serve with your favorite cocktail sauce.