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Pickled Shrimp with Fresh Basil

Perk up pickled/marinated shrimp with the fresh citrus and basil.
Course Appetizer, Seafood
Cuisine All-American
Keyword citrus, Easy, marinade, shrimp
Prep Time 15 minutes
Servings 20
Author Lynn / Turnips 2 Tangerines

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup red wine vinegar
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons seafood seasoning
  • 2 teaspoons stone-ground mustard
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 2 lbs. peeled and deveined cooked shrimp (31-40 per pound)
  • 2 limes, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh basil
  • 2 tablespoons capers, drained
  • 1/4 cup minced basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper

Instructions

  • In large bowl, whisk the first five ingredients. Add shrimp, lime, onion, sliced basil and capers; toss to coat.
  • Refrigerate, covered, up to 8 hours, stirring occasionally.
  • Just before serving, stir minced basil, salt and pepper into shrimp mixture. Serve with a slotted spoon.