This recipe is from my neighbor Mrs. Withington, who in turn got it from another neighbor. She brings it to our house for a Thanksgiving appetizer, along with pimento cheese and Fritos. They might not have been what the Pilgrims ate, but they are delicious—plus easily made ahead of time, and a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 3/4 cup olive oil
- 3/4 cup red wine vinegar
- 3/4 cup water
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 1/2 teaspoons celery seeds
- hot sauce, to taste
- 2 pounds shrimp, peeled, deveined, and cooked
- 2 cups vidalia onions, sliced
- 2 ounces capers, undrained
Instruction
- For the marinade: Mix together all of the ingredients. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, layer the shrimp, onions, and capers. Pour the marinade over the top, cover, and refrigerate for at least two hours. Remove the bay leaves before serving.
