Shrimp Stock

Shrimp Stock

Great shrimp stock to use as a base for gumbo, ?touff?e, or any other seafood dish. You can freeze it in ice cube trays and thaw it as needed for later use.

Prep Time:
25 mins
Cook Time:
55 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 20 mins
Yield:
1 quart
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • shrimp shells from 2 pounds of shrimp, or to taste
  • ½ cup roughly chopped onion
  • ¼ cup roughly chopped celery
  • ¼ cup celery leaves, or to taste
  • 1 medium lemon, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
  • 3 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 2 large bay leaves
  • 8 cups cold water

Directions

Step 1
Combine shrimp shells, onion, celery, celery leaves, lemon, garlic, peppercorns, thyme sprigs, and bay leaves in a saucepan. Pour in water and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to low and simmer until reduced by half, skimming off foam as necessary, 45 minutes to 1 hour.

Step 2
Strain and discard solids. Use immediately, or let cool to room temperature and refrigerate or freeze for later use.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

72
Calories
1g
Fat
6g
Carbs
12g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 72
% Daily Value *
Total Fat1g 1%
Cholesterol90mg 30%
Sodium149mg 6%
Total Carbohydrate6g 2%
Dietary Fiber2g 7%
Total Sugars1g
Protein12g
Vitamin C25mg 125%
Calcium77mg 6%
Iron1mg 8%
Potassium223mg 5%

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

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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