Shrimp count per size * Extra Large 26-30, Large 31-35, Medium Large 36-40
Figure 6 lrg or 8 med/lrg shrimp per guest
1 lb Shrimp – (I leave the shells on for flavor) Just have extra napkins ready.
2 qrts Water
1 Lemon – sliced
2 tsp Creole Seasoning
1/2 tsp Garlic Powder
1/2 tsp Onion Powder
1 tsp Salt
1/4 tsp Hot Chili Flakes – (can be omitted)
1 tsp Black Peppercorns
2 Bay Leaves
1 tsp Worcestershire Sauce
1/2 tsp Sriracha Sauce – if you like spicy
Heat water in a large stick pot, add all other ingredients except shrimp and boil to bring the flavor together about 5 minutes. Add shrimp, reduce heat and simmer until shrimp turn pink in color, about 5 minutes. Do Not overcook, they might get tough. Immediately remove shrimp and cool in refrigerator. I like the spices to remain on my shrimp so I don’t ice water cool them.
Serve with your favorite hot or cocktail sauce.