This pickled shrimp recipe is an easy way to put a zesty, tangy twist on classic shrimp. It's a 24-hour pickling recipe that makes a great appetizer for any occasion.

If you're looking for a delicious appetizer that works for any occasion, then you've found it here. I love to make pickled shrimp for any gathering. They're upscale enough for special events, but they're easy enough to serve on game days. There's never a wrong time for them!

Why You'll Love This Recipe

• The tangy, briny flavor of the pickling mix pairs perfectly with the shrimp.
• It's an easy recipe that only takes a few minutes of prep and 24 hours to pickle.
• It's a versatile appetizer recipe suitable for fancy events or game day parties.

Top Tip

Be sure your shrimp is completely covered with the pickling juice before refrigerating.

Ingredients

This recipe might look fancy, but it only takes a few simple ingredients to make. You can find everything you need in your kitchen or in one quick trip to the grocery store.

All the ingredients are listed here, but you can find the exact quantities in the recipe card at the end of the post.

• Dill seed
• Coarse sea salt
• Sugar
• White vinegar
• Apple cider vinegar
• Olive oil
• Purple onion, thinly sliced
• Lemon, thinly sliced
• Large cooked shrimp, peeled, deveined, tails-off

Instructions

This is the easiest pickling recipe of any kind you'll ever make. You don't even have to use the stove. Just mix and pour. That's all there is to it.

The highlights are right here, but you'll find the exact instructions in the recipe card at the end of the post.

1: Combine all the pickling spices and liquid in a large sealable bowl.

2: Add the onions and lemons.

3: Add shrimp to the mixture.

4: Seal bowl and refrigerate for 24 hours before serving.

Substitutions and Variations

• Use your favorite size shrimp for this recipe.
• Add red pepper flakes for a kick of heat.
• You can add sliced garlic cloves, as well.

Equipment

• Measuring cups and spoons
• Bowl with sealable lid

Storage

Refrigerator: Store for 4 to 6 days in a sealable bowl in the refrigerator.

What to Serve with Pickled Shrimp

Serve these pickled shrimp with toast points, on salad, or even simply on toothpicks. They're also wonderful when paired with deviled eggs, or pimento cheese-based items.

Tips:

• Be sure your shrimp is completely submerged in the pickling mixture. If not, add water until submerged.
• It's important that your bowl has a lid that seals tightly to keep the flavors inside the bowl and not wafting throughout your fridge.
• Be sure to thoroughly mix your pickling mixture for the best results.

FAQ

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