Pickled Shrimp Paula Deen

Elevate your appetizer game with Paula Deen's Pickled Shrimp recipe, a Southern classic that’s bursting with bold, tangy flavors and elegant flair. Tender, perfectly poached shrimp are infused with a zesty marinade of white wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and a hint of cayenne pepper, creating a harmonious balance of heat and acidity. Layered with vibrant lemon slices, crisp red onion, fresh dill, and aromatic spices like celery seeds and black peppercorns, this dish is a feast for the senses. Best made a day ahead to let the flavors meld beautifully, this chilled shrimp delight is perfect for entertaining—serve it atop a bed of crisp greens or pair it with crackers or crusty bread for a crowd-pleasing appetizer. With minimal cooking and maximum flavor, pickled shrimp is a must-try Southern delicacy!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Shrimp (large, peeled and deveined)
• 8 cups Water
• 2 tablespoons Kosher salt
• 1.5 cups White wine vinegar
• 0.5 cups Extra virgin olive oil
• 1 Lemon (thinly sliced, seeds removed)
• 1 Red onion (thinly sliced)
• 4 Garlic cloves (smashed)
• 2 Bay leaves
• 4 Fresh dill (sprigs)
• 1 tablespoon Whole black peppercorns
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Celery seeds
• 0.5 teaspoons Cayenne pepper

Directions

Step 1

Bring 8 cups of water and 2 tablespoons of kosher salt to a boil in a large pot. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes, just until they turn pink and curl. Drain immediately and transfer to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Once chilled, drain and pat the shrimp dry with a paper towel.

Step 2

In a large glass or ceramic bowl, whisk together the white wine vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, and cayenne pepper until well combined.

Step 3

Layer the cooked shrimp, lemon slices, red onion slices, garlic cloves, bay leaves, fresh dill sprigs, black peppercorns, and celery seeds in the bowl with the vinegar mixture, ensuring even distribution.

Step 4

Gently toss the mixture to coat the shrimp and aromatics in the pickling liquid.

Step 5

Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 8 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to fully develop.

Step 6

Before serving, give the mixture a gentle stir. Serve chilled as an appetizer or over a bed of greens, accompanied by crackers or crusty bread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3417.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2027.4

Total Fat 119.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 17.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 1771.7mg	0%
Sodium 5706.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 19.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.2g	0%
Total Sugars 1.8g
Protein 221.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 657.9mg	0%
Iron 7.2mg	0%
Potassium 3056.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.8%

Protein: 43.3%

Carbs: 3.9%