Marinated Shrimp

This appetizer can have a nice little kick (or not if you prefer).

• Ready In: 20 mins
• Serves: 3

Ingredients

• 1  lb large shrimp (uncooked and easy peel)
• 1 -2  cup water (enough water to cover shrimp by one inch)
• 1  medium  sized  jalapeno (deseeded, deveined, and chopped finely, optional ingredient!)
• 1  garlic clove (chopped finely)
• 1⁄2 cup water
• 2  teaspoons salt (kosher)
• 4  tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 2  tablespoons  minced fresh cilantro (optional)
• 1  teaspoon  Old Bay Seasoning (optional)
• 1⁄4 cup  seafood cocktail sauce, for dipping
• 1  tablespoon chives (dried or fresh)

Directions

1. Using a medium sauce pot, place the shrimp in 1 inch (or more) cover the shrimp.
2. Bring to a boil.
3. Cover and immediately remove from heat. Set aside 1 minute.
4. Drain and rinse the shrimp under cold water to stop the cooking and put into a bowl.
5. Cut the jalapeños in half lengthwise, devein and deseed. Place in a bowl with the shrimp.
6. Toss with 1/2 cup of water, lime juice, cilantro, and salt to taste.
7. Cover and refrigerate up to 1 day ahead.
8. On day serving, drain the shrimp. Toss with Old Bay if using. Add different sized crackers and a tooth pick. Put dipping sauce beside the shrimp. Sprinkle chives on top.