Mexican Tangy and Spicy Pickled Shrimp

Ingredients:

For the Poaching Liquid:

1 medium red onion, quartered

4 bay leaves

1 whole cinnamon stick

4 garlic cloves, lightly smashed

2 teaspoons kosher salt

1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns

1 teaspoon celery seeds

1 ½ pounds raw shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails left on

For the Pickling Brine:

1 lemon, thinly sliced into rounds

2 red onions, thinly sliced

1 cup freshly squeezed orange juice

1 cup white wine vinegar

½ cup fresh lemon juice

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

2 teaspoons finely chopped green chile (adjust to heat preference)

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1 teaspoon natural cane sugar

1 bay leaf

1 teaspoon celery seeds

For Serving:

⅓ cup chopped fresh Italian flat-leaf parsley (for garnish)

Tortilla chips, crusty bread, or crackers for serving

Instructions:

Step 1: Prepare the Poaching Liquid

In a large pot, bring 8 cups of water to a rolling boil. Add one quartered red onion, 4 bay leaves, the cinnamon stick, smashed garlic cloves, kosher salt, black peppercorns, and 1 teaspoon of celery seed. Once the mixture reaches a boil, remove from heat.

Immediately add the shrimp to the hot water and let them poach just until they turn pink and firm—about 2 minutes. Drain the shrimp and rinse under cold water to stop further cooking. Set aside.

Step 2: Make the Pickling Mixture

In a large, non-reactive bowl or glass container, combine the following:

Thinly sliced lemon
Thinly sliced red onions
Orange juice, white wine vinegar, and lemon juice
Olive oil
The remaining bay leaf
Chopped green chile (adjust to taste)
Cane sugar
Remaining celery seed

Add the poached shrimp to this mixture and gently stir to coat evenly.

Step 3: Chill and Marinate

Cover the bowl or container and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight, allowing the flavors to meld and the shrimp to fully absorb the tangy-spicy essence.

Step 4: Serve and Garnish

Before serving, gently mix in the chopped parsley. Serve chilled with tortilla chips or crackers, or spear each shrimp with a toothpick for a stylish appetizer.