re: How to do boiled shrimp.

An old cajun from Grand Isle taught me this method and it has been money everytime.

Place shrimp in boiling pot in cold water.
Add enough water to just cover the top of your shrimp. And whatever seasonings you like to the water. I like Cajunland & add Old Bay. Bring shrimp to a boil. As soon as it come to a rolling boil, shut of the heat and let them soak. When they sink, they are ready to eat. They always are seasoned well and never hard to peel. I do the same for boiled crabs. Keeps the claws and legs from popping off.