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Ingredients
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shrimp shells from 2 pounds of shrimp, or to taste
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½ cup roughly chopped onion
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¼ cup roughly chopped celery
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¼ cup celery leaves, or to taste
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1 medium lemon, sliced
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2 cloves garlic, crushed
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1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
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3 sprigs fresh thyme
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2 large bay leaves
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8 cups cold water
Directions
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Combine shrimp shells, onion, celery, celery leaves, lemon, garlic, peppercorns, thyme sprigs, and bay leaves in a saucepan. Pour in water and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to low and simmer until reduced by half, skimming off foam as necessary, 45 minutes to 1 hour.
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Strain and discard solids. Use immediately, or let cool to room temperature and refrigerate or freeze for later use.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
72 | Calories |
1g | Fat |
6g | Carbs |
12g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
Calories 72 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat 1g | 1% |
Cholesterol 90mg | 30% |
Sodium 149mg | 6% |
Total Carbohydrate 6g | 2% |
Dietary Fiber 2g | 7% |
Total Sugars 1g | |
Protein 12g | 24% |
Vitamin C 25mg | 28% |
Calcium 77mg | 6% |
Iron 1mg | 8% |
Potassium 223mg | 5% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.