re: Shrimp Boil question

Not on ice, you are adding the ice to the pot to reduce the temp of the water to stop the shrimp from cooking.

I have a concern with adding plastic bottles to boiling water and what might be released from the plastic into the water.

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When putting it on ice, should you throw some of the hot water with spices in with it on ice to keep taking in some flavor?

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Don't remove the shrimp from the pot. Add ice to the pot of hot water.

Let's simplify it:
-bring water to a boil
-add seasonings
-add shrimp
-bring back to a boil
-boil for 60 seconds, shut off fire
-cool the water to the point where you won't burn your finger if you stick it in
-taste test a shrimp periodically. When you've reached a good flavor and they are not yet over cooked, pull them.