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Perfectly Poached Shrimp

Yields1 Serving

Makes 4 servings about 7 shrimp One serving is 1 protein

 Ice
 4 qts water
 1 Lemon, halved
 1 tbsp Black peppercorns
 2 Bay leaves
 2 tsp Salt
 2 Pounds shrimp
1

Fill a large bowl halfway with ice and water.

2

Pour 4 qt. water into a Dutch oven; squeeze juice from lemon into Dutch oven.

3

Stir in lemon halves, black peppercorns, bay leaves, and salt; bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Remove from heat; add shrimp.

4

Cover and let stand 5 minutes or just until shrimp turn pink. Stir shrimp into ice water; let stand 10 minutes. Enjoy!

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