Foodgasms

SHRIMP SALAD

1 1/2 tablespoons kosher salt
1/2 lemon cut in half
2 pounds large shrimp, raw, deveined, out of shell
1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon white wine
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons minced fresh dill
1/2 cup minced red onion
3 stalks minced celery
3 scallions, chopped

Bring 5 quarts of water, the 1 1/2 tablespoons salt, and the lemon to a boil in a large saucepan. Add the shrimp and reduce the heat to medium. Cook uncovered for only 3-5 minutes or until the shrimp are cooked through. Remove with a slotted spoon to a bowl of cold water. In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, mustard, wine, 1/2 teaspoon salt, pepper, and dill. Combine with the peeled shrimp. Add the red onion, scallions and celery and check the seasonings. Serve or cover and refrigerate for a few hours.

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