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Shrimp Stock Recipe

Homemade shrimp stock, perfect for soups and stews.
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Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Course: Stock
Cuisine: Seafood
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 50 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb Shrimp shells from about 2 pounds of shrimp
  • 1 medium Onion chopped
  • 2 stalks Celery chopped
  • 1 medium Carrot chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic smashed
  • 8 cups Water
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black peppercorns
  • 2 sprigs Thyme
  • 1 leaf Bay leaf

Instructions 

  1. 1. In a large pot, combine shrimp shells, onion, celery, carrot, and garlic.
  2. 2. Add water, salt, peppercorns, thyme, and bay leaf.
  3. 3. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour.
  4. 4. Strain the stock through a fine-mesh strainer.
  5. 5. Use immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 50kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 500mg | Potassium: 200mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 1mg

Keywords

Shrimp, Stock
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