Recipes for Frozen Shrimp

Safe ways to use frozen shrimp past its expiration date

Shrimp Fried Rice

Shrimp Fried Rice

A flavorful fried rice recipe that utilizes expired frozen shrimp. The shrimp is thoroughly cooked to ensure food safety.

Prep time:
15 minutes
Cook time:
20 minutes
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 1 lb expired frozen shrimp, thawed
  • 4 cups cooked rice, preferably day-old
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1/2 tsp sesame oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the thawed shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
  4. Push the cooked shrimp to one side of the skillet and pour the beaten eggs onto the other side. Scramble the eggs until fully cooked.
  5. Add the frozen mixed vegetables to the skillet and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
  6. Add the cooked rice to the skillet and stir-fry for 5 minutes, breaking up any clumps.
  7. Pour in the soy sauce and sesame oil. Stir well to coat the rice and vegetables.
  8. Add the cooked shrimp back to the skillet and stir to combine.
  9. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir well.
  10. Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions.
  11. Serve hot and enjoy!
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⚠️Difficulty level: easy
Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta

Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta

A delicious pasta recipe using expired frozen shrimp that is still safe to consume. The shrimp is cooked at high heat to ensure food safety.

Prep time:
10 minutes
Cook time:
15 minutes
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 1 lb expired frozen shrimp, thawed
  • 8 oz linguine pasta
  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the linguine pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Add the thawed shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
  5. Add the cooked linguine pasta to the skillet and toss to combine with the shrimp and garlic butter sauce.
  6. Season with red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
  7. Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley.
  8. Serve hot and enjoy!
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⚠️Difficulty level: medium
Lemon Garlic Shrimp Skewers

Lemon Garlic Shrimp Skewers

A mouthwatering recipe for grilled lemon garlic shrimp skewers made with slightly expired frozen shrimp.

Prep time:
15 minutes
Cook time:
8 minutes
Servings:
2

Ingredients

  • 1 pound frozen shrimp, thawed
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 wooden skewers

Instructions

  1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Add the thawed shrimp to the bowl and toss until well coated with the marinade.
  4. Thread the shrimp onto the wooden skewers.
  5. Grill the shrimp skewers for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until the shrimp is cooked through and opaque.
  6. Serve hot as an appetizer or main dish.
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⚠️Difficulty level: medium

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