Steamed Shrimp

Steamed Shrimp

As name suggests steamed shrimp is a dish made by steaming the shrimps. A steamer can be used to make steamed shrimp. It tastes good when serve chilled.

Steamed shrimp recipes

Steamed shrimp can be used in many recipes like in salads, dumplings, cocktails, sauces and soups. In American cuisine, it is considered as a main dish. Steamed pork with shrimp sauce shows the good use of steamed shrimp. Shrimp cocktails are very popular all over the world. Steamed shrimp can be eaten as spicy, tangy or in savory flavor.

Nutritional value of steamed shrimp

Like other seafood, steamed shrimp is also rich in protein. It is steamed, so there is no risk of excess oil going in your body. Its low saturated fat contents helps in lowering the cholesterol level in your body.