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Shrimp Cocktail Recipe

Delicious Shrimp Cocktail Recipe That Impresses Every Time

A refreshing Shrimp Cocktail Recipe that's easy to make and impresses at every gathering.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound large shrimp Fresh, peeled, and deveined with tails on.
  • 1 whole lemon For cooking water and enhancing the cocktail sauce.
  • 2 cloves garlic Fresh minced.
  • 1 leaf bay leaf Remember to remove it before serving.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Adjust according to your dietary preferences.
For the Cocktail Sauce
  • 1 cup ketchup Opt for a low-sugar variant if desired.
  • 2 tablespoons prepared horseradish Adjust to your heat preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce Can be replaced with soy sauce.
  • 1 to taste hot sauce Use your preferred type.
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley Can substitute with cilantro or chives.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Colander
  • medium bowl
  • serving platter

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, bring water to a rolling boil. Squeeze in the juice of half a lemon and add lemon slices, minced garlic, bay leaf, and salt.
  2. Carefully add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink and opaque.
  3. Immediately drain the shrimp and transfer them to a bowl of ice water for 5 minutes to stop the cooking process.
  4. In a bowl, combine ketchup, horseradish, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce to prepare the cocktail sauce.
  5. Drain the shrimp again and arrange on a serving platter. Garnish with parsley and serve with the cocktail sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3.5gCholesterol: 135mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Freshness matters when choosing shrimp. An ice bath is essential for keeping shrimp juicy and firm.

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