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Shrimp Cocktail Recipe

Shrimp Cocktail Recipe


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  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

Shrimp Cocktail is a classic seafood appetizer featuring tender, flavorful shrimp served with a zesty cocktail sauce. This recipe is easy to make and perfect for entertaining or as a special treat for yourself.


Ingredients

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For the Shrimp:

  • 1 pound large shrimp (peeled and deveined, tails on)
  • 1 lemon (halved)
  • 1 tablespoon Old Bay seasoning
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 teaspoon black peppercorns

For the Cocktail Sauce:

  • 1 cup ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons prepared horseradish
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)

For Serving:

  • Fresh parsley
  • Extra lemon wedges

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Shrimp: In a large pot, combine water, lemon juice, Old Bay seasoning, bay leaf, and peppercorns. Bring to a boil, then simmer. Add shrimp and cook until pink and opaque.
  2. Chill the Shrimp: Transfer cooked shrimp to ice water to stop cooking. Drain, pat dry, and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  3. Make the Cocktail Sauce: Mix ketchup, horseradish, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce in a bowl.
  4. Assemble: Arrange shrimp on a platter, serve with cocktail sauce. Garnish with parsley and lemon wedges.

Notes

  • For best flavor, chill the cocktail sauce for at least 30 minutes before serving.
  • Substitute cooked, thawed frozen shrimp if needed.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 pound shrimp with sauce
  • Calories: 160
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 850mg
  • Fat: 1g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 24g
  • Cholesterol: 180mg