Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsBanks' Seafood Kitchen and Raw BarJumbo Shrimp Cocktail Recipe

Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

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Ingredients

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Shrimp

Cocktail Sauce

Method

Shrimp Preparation

  1. 1

    Boil Water

    Place a large pot over high heat and add 4 cups of water. Allow it to reach a rolling boil.

  2. 2

    Flavor the Water

    Once the water is boiling, add the halved lemon and 1 tablespoon of Old Bay seasoning to infuse flavor into the shrimp.

  3. 3

    Cook Shrimp

    Carefully add the 1 pound of peeled and deveined jumbo shrimp to the boiling water. Cook for about 2-3 minutes or until the shrimp are pink and opaque.

  4. 4

    Ice Bath

    Using a slotted spoon, remove the shrimp from the boiling water and place them in a bowl filled with 2 cups of ice to stop the cooking process. Let them chill for about 5 minutes.

  5. 5

    Drain Shrimp

    Once chilled, drain the shrimp and set aside for serving.

Cocktail Sauce Preparation

  1. 6

    Mix Ingredients

    Take a mixing bowl and add 1 cup of ketchup, 2 tablespoons of prepared horseradish, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, and 1 teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce.

  2. 7

    Combine Sauce

    Using a whisk or a spoon, stir the mixture until all ingredients are completely combined.

  3. 8

    Taste and Adjust

    Add hot sauce according to your preference and mix well.

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