Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
2 pound

Shrimp

Peeled and deveined, tails on

4 unit

Scallions

Mostly white, quartered lengthwise

2 clove

Garlic

Sliced lengthwise, very thinly

0.5 cup

Lemon Juice

0.25 cup

White-Wine Vinegar

2 tsp

Kosher Salt

1.5 tsp

Fennel Seed

1.5 tsp

Coriander

10 unit

Dried Chiles

Broken once or left whole

1 pod

Cardamom

1 unit

Lemon

Quartered and thinly sliced

1 cup

Olive Oil

0.25 cup

Fresh Oregano

Roughly chopped

5 unit

Peppercorns

4 unit

Bay Leaves

0.25 unit

Onion

1 clove

Garlic

3 sprig

Thyme

Step 1
~23 min

Prepare the court bouillon: Combine peppercorns, bay leaves, onion/leek, garlic clove, and thyme/oregano sprigs in a pot of water.

Step 2
~23 min

Bring the court bouillon to a boil and simmer for 15 minutes.

Step 3
~23 min

Add 1 teaspoon of salt and shrimp to the court bouillon.

Step 4
~23 min

Cook the shrimp below a boil for 2-3 minutes, until pink and cooked through.

Step 5
~23 min

Remove the shrimp from the court bouillon using a strainer.

Step 6
~23 min

In a separate bowl, combine scallions, garlic, lemon juice, white wine vinegar, kosher salt, fennel seed, coriander, dried chiles, cardamom, and lemon slices.

Step 7
~23 min

Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes.

Step 8
~23 min

Add the cooked shrimp to the bowl with the marinade ingredients.

Step 9
~23 min

Mix well to combine.

Step 10
~23 min

Add olive oil to the shrimp mixture.

Step 11
~23 min

Mix well to ensure all ingredients are coated.

Step 12
~23 min

Add chopped fresh oregano to the mixture.

Step 13
~23 min

Mix again to incorporate the oregano.

Step 14
~23 min

Serve the pickled shrimp cold or at room temperature, at least 5 hours later or ideally the next day.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of chiles based on your spice preference.

For a more intense flavor, let the shrimp marinate overnight.

Serve with crusty bread for dipping in the marinade.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as an appetizer with crackers or crostini.

Serve as a light lunch with a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Avocado Salad
Grilled Vegetables

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southern United States

Cultural Significance

Popular appetizer in coastal regions, often served during celebrations.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
New Year's Eve
Summer gatherings

Occasion Tags

Party
Holiday
Summer
Celebration

Popularity Score

70/100

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