Pickled Shrimp

From the Mobile Press Register, by way of my host Mother-in-Law. Time does not include marinating time.

• Ready In: 30 mins
• Serves: 6-8

Ingredients

• 2  lbs shrimp, cleaned and cooked
• 1  cup  white onion, thinly sliced
• 6  bay leaves
• 1 1⁄2 cups  salad oil
• 1  cup cider vinegar
• 1  teaspoon sugar
• 2  teaspoons mustard seeds
• 1⁄2 teaspoon turmeric
• 1  teaspoon celery seed
• 1  teaspoon  hot sauce (to taste)

Directions

1. Layer shrimp, onion and bay leaves in a large, deep bowl that has a lid.
2. combine all the saucy ingredients in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil and immediately turn off heat.
3. Allow to cool.
4. Pour over the shrimp. Cover tightly and marinate for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight.
5. Serve in individual dishes on salad greens or on a large serving platter.