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Cooking Frozen Raw Shrimp. Purchasing raw frozen shrimp allows you to control the cooking process. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 1 to 3 minutes or until the shrimp turns pink. In a large bowl put two cups of ice cubes and fill halfway with cold water. Raw shrimp is often gray colored and may or may not be peeled and deveined.
The meat of uncooked shrimp will turn from translucent when raw to pink and opaque when cooked. In case you want an instant thaw put wrapped frozen shrimp in a colander. The most convenient way to cook shrimp that are still frozen is to boil them. To cook frozen shrimp first snip open the bag and shake the shrimp into a colander. Let it thaw overnight in the fridge or for faster thawing take the shrimp out of its package put it in a bowl of cold water and let a trickle of cold water run into the bowl while excess water goes down the drain. Thawed shrimp is slightly translucent and pliable.
Watch closely to avoid overcooking.
Place them on towels to soak up any excess water. Bring the liquid to a boil and then reduce the heat so its simmering. To cook raw shrimp in water add 1 pound shrimp with or without shells and 1 teaspoon salt to 3 quarts boiling water. Once theyre thawed drain the shrimp and place them on some paper towels to soak up any excess water. Let it thaw overnight in the fridge or for faster thawing take the shrimp out of its package put it in a bowl of cold water and let a trickle of cold water run into the bowl while excess water goes down the drain. Ways to Cook Frozen Raw Shrimp Sauteing.