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Pickled Shrimp With Herbs Recipe

Pickled Shrimp with Herbs is a tangy, flavorful dish featuring tender shrimp infused with a vibrant pickling liquid, aromatic herbs, and a hint of Cajun spice. It's a quick and elegant recipe perfect for entertaining or as a refreshing appetizer.
Prep Time 40 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 4 people
Calories 236 kcal

Equipment

  • Cutting board
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Large pot
  • Slotted spoon
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Knife

Ingredients
  

  • tsp fine sea salt
  • 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice from half a large lemon
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley leaves, chopped
  • tsp gochugaru Korean red chili flakes or use crushed red pepper flakes
  • ½ cup ice water
  • ¼ tsp fresh ground black pepper
  • 1 small sweet onion, thinly sliced
  • ¾ tsp Cajun seasoning or Creole seasoning
  • 6 tbsp Apple cider vinegar
  • ¼ cup Avocado oil or vegetable oil

Instructions
 

  • Combine lemon juice, salt, Cajun seasoning, sliced onion, cider vinegar, oil, ice water, chili flakes, and black pepper in a large bowl that will later hold the shrimp.
  • Stir the mixture until everything is well combined and refrigerate to chill while you prepare the shrimp.
  • In a large pot, bring 8 cups of water to a rolling boil.
  • Halve the lemon, squeeze its juice into the boiling water, and drop the lemon halves into the pot.
  • Add the salt, Cajun seasoning, bay leaf, and black pepper to the pot, stirring to distribute the flavors evenly.
  • Carefully add the shrimp to the boiling water and cook them for 3 minutes, ensuring they are just cooked through.
  • Using a slotted spoon, transfer the cooked shrimp directly into the chilled pickling liquid, stirring them gently to coat.
  • Refrigerate the shrimp in the pickling liquid for at least 20 minutes to let the flavors meld.
  • Just before serving, stir in the fresh herbs and give the shrimp one final mix to evenly distribute the herbs.
  • The pickled shrimp with herbs is ready to be served.

Notes

  • The shrimp can be stored in the pickling liquid in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Over time, the shrimp may firm up slightly, but they remain flavorful and delicious.