Homemade Marinated Shrimp |
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 10 Minutes Servings: 10 |
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It figures that this colorful and carefree dish is a favorite with Margaret McGehee's family. The recipe evolved from adding and subtracting ingredients until everyone liked the results, reports the Knoxville, Tennessee reader. Ingredients:
2 quarts water |
3 small onions, sliced, divided |
1 garlic clove, minced |
1 bay leaf |
3 teaspoons salt, divided |
2-1/2 pounds uncooked shrimp, peeled and deveined |
3/4 to 1 cup ketchup |
1/2 cup vinegar |
6 tablespoons vegetable oil |
1 tablespoon chopped chives |
1-1/2 teaspoons worcestershire sauce |
1/4 teaspoon pepper |
1/8 teaspoon curry powder |
Directions:
1. In a large kettle, combine water, 1 onion, garlic, bay leaf and 1 teaspoon salt; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes. Add shrimp; simmer for 5-7 minutes or until shrimp turn pink. Drain immediately; rinse in cold water. Place in a large glass or plastic bowl with remaining onions. In a small bowl, combine ketchup, vinegar, oil, chives, Worcestershire sauce, pepper, curry powder and remaining salt. Pour over shrimp. Cover and chill for 6 hours or overnight. Drain before serving. Yield: 10-12 servings
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