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Spiced Shrimp

3 tablespoons pickling spice
2 tablespoons seasoned salt
1 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup vinegar
1 quart water
1 pound fresh or frozen shrimp (in shells)Add spices, salt and vinegar to water. Let boil 10 minutes, then add shrimp (if using frozen shrimp, thaw before cooking). Boil 5 to 7 minutes or just until shrimp turn pink.Remove from heat; let stand 20 minutes, then drain. Cool, shell, de-vein and chill.For a buffet, arrange on a platter of cracked ice or place around a bowl of cocktail sauce. Serve as individual cocktails or use in preparation of other dishes. Serves 4 to 5.Oriental Spiced Shrimp
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