Maryland style seafood salad with Pan-Seared Shrimp recipe:
**Ingredients:**
* 2 pounds of 25/31 shrimp
* 1 pound of lump crab meat
* 1 box of mini shell pasta
* 4 tablespoons of butter or oil of your choice
* 2 bell peppers (any color)
* 1 large onion
* 1 bunch of green onions
* 1 stalk of celery
* Juice from 1 1/2 lemons
* 1 tablespoon of minced garlic
* 2 cups of mayonnaise
* 3 tablespoons of red wine vinegar
* 2 tablespoons complete seasoning
* 2 tablespoons Old Bay seasoning
* 2 tablespoons onion powder
* 2 tablespoons garlic powder
* 1 tablespoon chicken bouillon
* 1 teaspoon dried sage
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**Directions:**
1. **Cook the Pasta:**
* Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the mini shell pasta and cook according to the package instructions (usually about 8-10 minutes) until al dente.
* Drain the pasta and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside to cool.
2. **Cook the Shrimp:**
* Peel and devein the shrimp, if not already done.
* In a large skillet, melt 4 tablespoons of butter (or oil) over medium heat.
* Add the shrimp in a single layer, cooking in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding the pan.
* Sauté the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side, until they are pink and opaque.
* Remove the shrimp from the pan and set aside to cool. Once cooled, chop the shrimp into bite-sized pieces.
3. **Prepare the Vegetables:**
* While the shrimp cools, dice the bell peppers, onion, celery, and green onions.
4. **Make the Dressing:**
* In a large bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, and the following seasonings: complete seasoning, Old Bay, onion powder, garlic powder, chicken bouillon, and dried sage.
* Stir until the dressing is smooth and well-combined.
5. **Assemble the Salad:**
* In the same large bowl with the dressing, add the cooled shrimp, lump crab meat, cooked pasta, and sautéed vegetables.
* Gently toss everything together, ensuring the dressing coats all the ingredients evenly.
6. **Chill and Serve:**
* Cover the seafood salad and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
* Serve chilled, and garnish with extra green onions or a fresh squeeze of lemon if desired.
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Enjoy your seafood salad! The butter-seared shrimp will add a rich flavor to the dish, and the crunch from the fresh veggies balances the creaminess of the dressing perfectly.
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