Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsAndiamo Detroit RiverfrontIced Shrimp Cocktail Display Recipe

Iced Shrimp Cocktail Display Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Fiery house sauce, fresh lemon and horseradish

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Ingredients

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Shrimp

Fiery House Sauce

Garnish

Method

Prepare the Shrimp

  1. 1

    Boil the Shrimp

    In a large pot, bring 4 quarts of water to a boil. Add 2 tablespoons of salt and the halved lemon to the boiling water.

  2. 2

    Cook the Shrimp

    Once the water is boiling, add the peeled and deveined shrimp. Cook until they turn pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes. Do not overcook.

  3. 3

    Chill the Shrimp

    Remove the shrimp from the pot and immediately transfer to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Let them sit for about 5 minutes until chilled.

  4. 4

    Drain and Dry

    Drain the shrimp well and pat them dry with paper towels.

Prepare the Fiery House Sauce

  1. 5

    Mix Ingredients

    In a medium bowl, combine the ketchup, freshly grated horseradish, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.

  2. 6

    Adjust Seasoning

    Taste the sauce and adjust any seasoning if necessary. Add more horseradish for extra heat if desired.

Assemble the Display

  1. 7

    Arrange the Shrimp

    On a serving platter, arrange the chilled shrimp in a circular pattern or in a mound in the center.

  2. 8

    Serve with Sauce

    Place the bowl of fiery house sauce in the center of the shrimp display for dipping.

  3. 9

    Garnish

    Garnish the display with lemon wedges and sprinkle chopped parsley on top for a fresh touch.

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