Chesapeake Shrimp Boil

By Nitaj3

Ingredients

• INGREDIENTS• 2 bay leaves
• 1 1/2 teaspoon celery seeds
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper, black ground
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper, cayenne
• 1/2 teaspoon mustard, dry
• 1/2 pounds shrimp, medium in shells, (approximately 15-18 shrimp)
• 1 lemon, cut into wedges

Preparation

Step 1

PREPARATION

1. In a large pot bring two quarts of water to a boil.


2. Add the bay leaves and all of the spices to the pot. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer, covered, for 10 to 15 minutes.


3. Bring the water back up to a full boil, add the shrimp, and cook for about 2 minutes, or until the shrimp are opaque and cooked through (cooking time will vary depending on the size of the shrimp).


4. With a slotted spoon transfer the shrimp from the pot to an individual serving bowl. Spoon some of the cooking liquid over the top, and squeeze the lemon wedges over the shrimp.