Steamed shrimp for a few minutes

The shrimp should be steamed for 5-8 minutes.

Generally speaking, the steaming time should not be too long. 5-8 minutes can ensure that the shrimp is cooked and maintain its tender taste. If the steaming time is too long, the meat of the shrimp will become firm and the taste will deteriorate. However, the size of the shrimp will affect the steaming time. Larger shrimp may need to be steamed for 1-2 minutes to ensure that they are cooked thoroughly. Smaller shrimp can be steamed for a shorter time.

When using a traditional steamer to steam shrimp, you need to boil the water first before putting in the shrimp. If using an electric steamer, you can adjust the steaming time and temperature according to the instructions of the steamer. In addition, during the steaming of the shrimp, you can judge the degree of steaming by observing the color of the shrimp. When the shell of the shrimp turns red and the meat becomes firm, it indicates that it has been cooked.