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Here’s an easy guide on how to thaw(defrost) frozen shrimp in 30 minutes.
If you like your seafood then chances are you’ll have a few bags of frozen shrimp in your freezer.
Not only does frozen seafood keep well in freezers but they are easy to thaw or defrost and prepare within an hour.
Shrimp is a very delicate shellfish and any type of extreme temperature can result in affecting the texture and taste of the shrimp.
You will probably end up slightly cooking them if you keep the shrimp in warm or hot water to defrost quickly.
If you simply dump the frozen shrimp in a bowl of water and leave it for a longer period, you’ll have the shrimp turning mushy and too soggy.
No, as this will lead to contamination of the shrimp as bacteria form at a certain temperature.
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How to defrost frozen shrimp easily within 30 minutes.
If you like cooking various shrimp recipes then chances are you’ll have a few bags of frozen shrimp in your freezer.
Not only does frozen seafood keep well in freezers but they are easy to defrost and prepare within an hour.
There are 2 ways you can thaw frozen shrimp
1. Thawing the shrimp overnight.
This method of thawing shrimp is ideal when you know you want to make a shrimp dish but not sure if it is for lunch or dinner.
Remove the frozen shrimp bag from the freezer, place the packaging in a tray or bowl, and store it in your fridge.
This allows you to take out the frozen shrimp any time, keep it in a bowl of water for 5-10 minutes to further thaw, and use it as you need.
This method is also good when you are out the whole day but want to prepare a quick seafood pasta for dinner.
2. How to thaw shrimp in 30 minutes.
This method would probably take less than 30 minutes but it is the most common method of thawing shrimp.
If you are using frozen shrimp within an hour and want to quickly defrost the shrimp,
remove the frozen shrimp from the freezer and submerge it in a bowl of water for 10 minutes.
Check the water temperature and if it turns cold, drain and dunk the shrimp package in tepid water again.
Once the shrimp loosens up, remove the frozen shrimp into a bowl of tepid water. let them defrost for 10-20 minutes.
Once the shrimp turn soft, immediately drain them over a colander. leave it to drain excess water for a few minutes(2-3).
Pat dry excess water with a paper kitchen towel.
Use the thawed shrimp to make any of the dishes mentioned above.
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