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Shrimp Cocktail


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 13 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A classic shrimp cocktail recipe with a zesty cocktail sauce.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons prepared horseradish
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 Lemon wedges for serving
  • Ice for chilling

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes until pink and opaque.
  2. Transfer shrimp immediately to an ice bath to stop cooking.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine ketchup, horseradish, lemon juice, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir until smooth.
  4. Arrange chilled shrimp on a platter over crushed ice. Serve with cocktail sauce and lemon wedges.

Notes

  • For best flavor, chill shrimp completely before serving.
  • Adjust horseradish to taste for a spicier sauce.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 3 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Boiling
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 1g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg