By Grocery List Plus Editorial Staff | Published on June 12, 2026

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Boiled Shrimp with Spicy Mayonnaise

Serves 8

127 cal · 900 min

Boiled Shrimp with Spicy Mayonnaise

Recipe GLPRbbdc025a9a6321

4.5(1)
Appetizer
900 min
127 cal
Servings: 8
Stovetop
SNAP eligible

Tender medium shrimp boiled until just cooked through, served with a vibrant spicy mayonnaise made from mustard powder, fresh lemon juice, and canola oil. This simple yet flavorful appetizer is light, protein-rich, and perfect for entertaining.

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Ingredients

2 lb Medium shrimp, peeled and deveined

1½ tbsp Hot mustard powder

1 tsp Fresh lemon juice

1 c Canola oil

1 tbsp Water

Directions

  1. Fill a large pot with salted water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Once boiling, carefully add the shrimp and stir gently to prevent sticking.

  2. Cook the shrimp for 2 to 3 minutes, until they turn pink and opaque throughout. Do not overcook. Drain immediately in a colander and transfer to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Once cooled, drain again and pat dry.

  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the hot mustard powder, water, and fresh lemon juice until well combined and smooth, breaking up any lumps in the mustard powder.

  4. Slowly drizzle in the canola oil while whisking constantly. Continue whisking until the mixture emulsifies into a thick, creamy mayonnaise with a vibrant spicy flavor.

  5. Arrange the cooled shrimp on a serving platter and serve alongside the spicy mayonnaise for dipping.

Comments

Grocery List Plus Editorial Staff4.5

This is a legitimate coastal North Carolina dish—fresh shrimp are reliable at all major chains here, and the ingredient list is spare and budget-friendly, likely under $2 per serving depending on shrimp quality. The stated 900-minute time is obviously a data error and should be 15–20 minutes total; that's still honest for a weeknight. The real weakness is that boiled shrimp with mayo is a same-night appetizer or picky-eater meal, not a family dinner that reheats well, which limits its usefulness for meal planning.

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