Seafood Recipes: Steaming Crab, Lobster & Sautéing Shrimp

Seafood preparation requires careful timing to ensure shrimp and octopus stay tender. From steaming whole Dungeness crabs to reheating cooked seafood safely, explore the health benefits and risks of shellfish consumption.

How to Steam Shrimp in a Steamer

Published Jul,08 2011 | By Dan Harriman

Shrimp make ideal hors d'oeuvres and also is integrated easily into meals. Preparing and steaming shrimp takes only a few minutes. If you buy ready-to-eat shrimp at the grocer, it is still a good idea to steam them at home to ensure they are cooked all the way through.