According to the USDA, fresh, raw shrimp can only be refrigerated for up to two days. After this point, any type of shellfish should be cooked or frozen to avoid the growth of bacteria.
How long shrimp lasts in the fridge depends on whether it's raw or cooked. Raw shrimp will last just one to two days, while cooked shrimp has a slightly longer shelf life of three to four days.
Let's face it: Most of the raw shrimp we buy here in the desert is pretty ghoulish. Often, the shrimp are limp and soft--never a good thing. Supposedly, that comes from being frozen and then ...
Make sure the grits are simmering and add the raw shrimp directly to the grits. Give it a good stir, making sure the grits cover the shrimp, and put the lid on the pot. The shrimp will poach in ...