How to cook shrimp so that it tastes good: secrets of cooking seafood that not everyone knows

09.06.2023 18:32

Shrimp is a product that is important not to overcook, so that it does not turn into rubber.

ADVICE.NEWS shared secrets on how to cook soft and flavorful seafood.

How to fry defrosted shrimp

Heat the frying pan well. Pour in the vegetable oil, the main thing is not to overheat it, otherwise the shrimp will burn instantly. Throw the defrosted shrimp into the vegetable fat and fry them for 2-3 minutes.

To fully reveal the taste of seafood, you can add 3-4 cloves of garlic, black pepper and salt to the pan.

Don't be afraid to overdo it, the shrimp will absorb these ingredients during frying, and if you don't like the taste, just blot them with a damp cloth.

Shrimps
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If you are using frozen cooked large shrimp, defrost them first and then quickly fry them in oil. Fresh shrimp should be fried until they turn pink.

To ensure the shrimp turn out delicious, don't forget to remove the garlic from the pan, otherwise it may burn.

How to cook shrimp

Once the water boils, drop the shrimp in. When the water boils again and the shrimp shells turn bright pink and start to float, turn off the stove.

Small shrimps should be cooked for no more than 2 minutes. Large ones (king and tiger) are cooked from 3 to 7 minutes depending on the size.

Elena Shimanovskaya Author: Elena Shimanovskaya Editor of Internet resources


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