1packageShrimp and Crab Boil seasoningSee Recipe Notes
Old Bay Seasoning (optional), you can use a Cajun or Creole seasoning as well
1lb.fresh shrimp(Read above post for options for fresh shrimp)
2stalksceleryfinely chopped
2tablespoonsred onionfinely chopped
1 ½tablespoonsdried dill,see recipe notes if using fresh dill
2tablespoonsmayonnaise
1tablespooncitrus juice - lemon or lime juice
Instructions
In a large stockpot, add one package of shrimp/crab boil seasoning and fill pot with water and bring to boil (skip this step if you're using cooked shrimp)
1 package Shrimp and Crab Boil seasoning
Once water is boiling, reduce heat to medium high, add shrimp with shell and tail on
1 lb. fresh shrimp
Cook shrimp 5-8 minutes; remove with strainer; chill on ice until cool
Peel and devein shrimp; chop finely and set aside; sprinkle with the seasoning mix of your choice
Old Bay Seasoning (optional)
In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise, chopped celery, red onion, dill and lemon or lime juice; combine well
2 stalks celery, 2 tablespoons red onion, 2 tablespoons mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon citrus juice - lemon or lime juice, 1 ½ tablespoons dried dill
Add the seasoned chopped shrimp; coat shrimp well; cover and chill for at least 30 minutes
Taste for salt and pepper after the salad has chilled in the refrigerator; adjust seasonings accordingly
Notes
The Shrimp and Crab boil seasoning packet is used when you're cooking fresh or frozen uncooked shrimp. If you're using cooked shrimp, just thaw them and lightly season them with Old Bay, Creole or Cajun seasoning.What Size of Shrimp Should I Use?In this case, the size of shrimp doesn't matter because it's finely chopped. How Do I Boil Shrimp?
In a large stockpot, add the package of shrimp/crab boil seasonings.
Do not open the packet--put it in whole
Bring the water to a boil
Reduce the heat to medium high and add the shrimp
Once the shrimp turn pink, usually in about 5-8 minutes, drain
Do not rinse the shrimp after draining
How Can I Tell When the Shrimp Are Done?A pound of shrimp usually takes about 5-8 minutes. The color of the shells and tails should be a light pinkish-orange hue.How Do I Peel and Devein Shrimp?The easiest way to peel shrimp is to remove the legs first, then roll the shell back and slide the tail off. To devein shrimp, simply use a sharp knife and score a cut along the back of the shrimp; remove and discard the brown or black part of the shrimp.Can I Substitute Dried Dill with Fresh Dill?
This shrimp salad recipe calls for 1 ½ tablespoons of dried dill; however, if you use fresh dill increase the amount times 3.
Dried herbs are stronger than fresh and the ratio of dried to fresh is 1:3.