South Louisiana Shrimp Rémoulade
PREP TIME: 30 Minutes
SERVES: 6

COMMENT:
Rémoulade sauce may be found in any restaurant in South Louisiana, and in many versions. The rémoulades of New Orleans are normally Creole mustard-based and highly seasoned. This, however, is the River Road version.

INGREDIENTS FOR BOILING:

  • 3 dozen (21-25 count) shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 quarts cold water
  • 1 diced onion
  • ½ cup diced celery
  • 2 tbsps cracked black pepper
  • 3 bay leaves
  • ¼ cup lemon juice
  • 1 sliced lemon
  • 4 tbsps salt

METHOD:
In a 4-quart stock pot over medium-high heat, add water and all seasoning ingredients. Bring to a rolling boil, reduce to simmer and allow to cook 15 minutes for flavors to develop. Bring mixture back to a rolling boil, add shrimp and stir approximately 3-5 minutes. At this point, shrimp should be pink and curled. Test for doneness, being careful not to over-cook. Once water returns to a boil, shrimp should be perfectly done. Pour off boiling water and replace with cold tap water to stop the cooking process. Drain and place shrimp in a serving bowl. Cover with clear wrap and refrigerate. This may be done the night before.

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South Louisiana Rémoulade Sauce

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