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Shrimp Stock Recipe

A flavorful shrimp stock perfect for soups and sauces.
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Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Course: Stock
Cuisine: Seafood
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 50 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb Shrimp shells from about 2 lbs of shrimp
  • 1 Onion chopped
  • 2 stalks Celery chopped
  • 1 Carrot chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic smashed
  • 1 tablespoon Tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon Black peppercorns
  • 2 sprigs Thyme
  • 1 bay leaf Bay leaf
  • 8 cups Water

Instructions 

  1. 1. Heat a large pot over medium heat. Add a bit of oil and the shrimp shells. Cook until they turn pink.
  2. 2. Add the onion, celery, carrot, and garlic. Cook until the vegetables are softened.
  3. 3. Stir in the tomato paste and cook for another minute.
  4. 4. Add the peppercorns, thyme, bay leaf, and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.
  5. 5. Simmer for 45 minutes, skimming off any foam that rises to the top.
  6. 6. Strain the stock through a fine-mesh strainer. Discard the solids.
  7. 7. Let the stock cool, then store in the refrigerator or freezer.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 50kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 2g | Sodium: 100mg | Potassium: 200mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1000IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 1mg

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Shrimp Stock
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