{"id":1885,"date":"2022-08-31T22:01:43","date_gmt":"2022-08-31T22:01:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fueledwithfood.com\/?p=1885"},"modified":"2022-08-31T22:01:44","modified_gmt":"2022-08-31T22:01:44","slug":"how-to-reheat-shrimp","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fueledwithfood.com\/how-to-reheat-shrimp\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Reheat Shrimp (4 Easy Methods)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Have a bunch of leftover shrimp? Let me show you multiple methods to reheat shrimp to ensure you\u2019re reheating them safely without overcooking them into a rubbery mess. I tested many pounds of leftover shrimp in various ways to find the best way to properly reheat steamed shrimp, breaded shrimp, grilled shrimp, and even shrimp in a sauce. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The following methods below reflect shrimp that are both peeled and unpeeled in extra large sized (26\/30 shrimp per pound). The USDA<\/a> recommends reheating all leftovers to at least 165 \u00b0F for safety purposes, so we warmed up the shrimp to this internal temperature before consuming. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Reheat Shrimp in a Pan<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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My favorite way to reheat shrimp is in a pan over medium-low heat. This method is great for reheating shrimp that already has sauce or if you want to add additional flavors like butter because you can warm up all the ingredients in the same pan. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

To reheat shrimp in a pan, heat the pan to medium-low heat, and add butter or the sauce. Add the shrimp and try not to crowd the pan. This method takes about two minutes with occasional stirring to prevent the sauce or shrimp from burning. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Reheat in the Oven<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Reheating shrimp in the oven is the best option for breaded shrimp. Preheat the oven to 300 \u00b0F and place the breaded shrimp in an even layer on a sheet pan on the middle rack. Bake for about 12-15 minutes or until the breading is crispy and the center of the shrimp is hot. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Reheat Shrimp in the Air Fryer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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While we prefer using an oven to reheat breaded shrimp because the low and slow method gives you crispy and tender shrimp, you can also use an air fryer if you don\u2019t have access to an oven or want a faster-reheating option. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

To reheat breaded shrimp in the air fryer, preheat the air fryer to 300 \u00b0F and place the shrimp in a single layer without any shrimp covering another. For breaded shrimp, cook each batch for seven minutes, flipping them halfway. Remove the shrimp when they\u2019re crispy and hot in the center. For plain shrimp in the air fryer, cook for four minutes total and flip them halfway. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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How to Reheat in the Microwave<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Since using a microwave can be a bit precarious with larger volumes of food, it\u2019s my least favored way of reheating shrimp. Using the microwave to reheat shrimp is often the fastest and least troublesome way; however, there\u2019s a high chance that your shrimp can become rubbery and chewy quickly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

To prevent rubbery shrimp, place your shrimp in a bowl with a few tablespoons of sauce, butter, or water and cover with a towel. Set your microwave to 50% power and heat in multiple 30-second increments (until about one minute) or until the shrimp is hot. Mixing, flipping, and rotating your container of shrimp often will ensure the evenest heating, but yes it can be a lot of work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Reheat Steamed Shrimp<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Reheating shrimp in the steamer is one of the gentler ways of heating shrimp, but we would only recommend steaming as a method of reheating if your shrimp is plain without sauce or breading. If you have a double-decker steamer, this is also a great method to reheat large amounts of plain shrimp. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

To reheat shrimp in a steamer, add two inches of water to the pot and cover the steamer with a lid. Once steam appears, add one layer of shrimp to the steamer so that the shrimp heats evenly. Steam over medium heat for about two minutes until they reach 165 \u00b0F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

My Favorite Method to Reheat Shrimp<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The best way to reheat shrimp is in my opinion using a pan because you can control the heat better and add additional flavors like butter or pasta sauce. If you want to reheat breaded shrimp, use the oven and a sheet pan to get the crispiest texture and soft center. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Can shrimp be reheated the next day?If the food is stored correctly and in an airtight container in the fridge, you should be safe to eat leftover shrimp and reheat it the next day. The USDA<\/a> states all leftovers should be reheated to approximately 165 \u00b0F to prevent any sicknesses and only reheat food once.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Learn five different methods to reheat shrimp properly to get plump and tender shrimp with your leftovers. <\/span><\/div>\n
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