District Cincinnati's
Beer Recipes and Food Pairings

Beer- Braised Shrimp

This is a very simple, easy to make recipe that satisfies any football crowd. Serve with an American-Style Premium Lager.

• ¼ cup extra-light olive oil
• 10 garlic cloves, very coarsely chopped
• 1 ½ pounds (about 36) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 1 bottle (12 ounces) of American-style lager
• ½ cup fresh lime juice

1. In a large heavy skillet over high heat, heat the olive oil and garlic until the garlic starts to caramelize, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the shrimp and season with the cayenne and the salt and black pepper to taste.
2. Pour in half of the beer and cook for 5 minutes. Turn the shrimp and add the lime juice and the remaining beer. Cook until the shrimp are firm and the flesh is white throughout. Serve immediately.