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Ingredients
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Shrimp Cocktail Ingredients
Method
Preparation Directions
- 1
Prepare the Shrimp
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add the raw shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until they turn pink and opaque. Remove from heat and drain.
- 2
Chill the Shrimp
Transfer the cooked shrimp to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Let them chill for about 5 minutes, then drain again.
- 3
Prepare the Cocktail Sauce
In a small bowl, combine the cocktail sauce with horseradish and Tabasco sauce. Adjust the amount of horseradish and Tabasco to taste.
- 4
Serve
Arrange the chilled shrimp on a serving platter with lemon wedges and the prepared cocktail sauce in a small bowl for dipping.