Seafood Stock

This Cajun main features Rinsed shrimp heads & shells, Water. The flavors come together beautifully. Great for weeknight dinners or when you want something satisfying for the whole family. Simple to make with ingredients you likely already have on hand, this is a recipe you will come back to again and again.

Cooking Method: Boiling, Stewing

Cuisine: Cajun

Courses: Main Courses

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 1

Calories: 289.4

Dietary: Gluten-free

Description

This Cajun main features Rinsed shrimp heads & shells, Water. The flavors come together beautifully. Great for weeknight dinners or when you want something satisfying for the whole family. Simple to make with ingredients you likely already have on hand, this is a recipe you will come back to again and again.

Ingredients

3 pound Rinsed shrimp heads & shells
4 quart Water

Directions

1
You may also use crawfish heads and/or shells, or rinsed fish carcasses (heads and gills removed), or some combination.
2
In a large stockpot, combine the watere and the seafood.
3
Bring to a boil.
4
Reduce the heat, cover, and simmer 3 to 4 hours, or until the liquid is reduced by half.
5
Remove from the heat and strain through a sieve.
6
Allow it to cool slightly, then refrigerate or freeze in batches until needed.
7
add some additional flavor.
8
But if you just want the seafood taste, which is needed for some of the delicate sauces, just use this basic recipe

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 289.4kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 2.4g4%
Saturated Fat 0.3g2%
Cholesterol 517.6mg173%
Sodium 1065.8mg45%
Total Carbohydrate 0.7g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.7g
Protein 68.1g137%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: boiling, cajun, heads, main, rinsed, seafood, shells, shrimp, simmering, stock, title, water

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Seafood Stock

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