Shrimp Stock

13 ingredients
7 steps

Ingredients

  • shrimp shells, from about 2 pounds of large shrimp
  • 2 onions, halved
  • 2 stalks celery, chopped
  • 2 lemons, halved
  • 8 bay leaves
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried tarragon
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 3/4 teaspoon black peppercorns
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 4 quarts cold water

Directions

  1. 1
    Rinse shrimp shells in cold water and place in stock pot with all remaining ingredients.
  2. 2
    Bring to a boil on high heat.
  3. 3
    Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
  4. 4
    Raise heat to medium and cook for 1/2 hour.
  5. 5
    Strain completely.
  6. 6
    If not using immediately, cool and refrigerate.
  7. 7
    Will keep for 30 days.

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