Shrimp Cocktail Recipe

Time20m

Serves5

(5) served chilled with a spicy-citrus cocktail sauce

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the Shrimp
In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add lemon halves, bay leaves, and salt. Once boiling, add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes or until they turn pink and opaque.
2
Cool the Shrimp
Remove the shrimp from the pot and transfer them to an ice bath to stop the cooking process. Let them cool for about 5 minutes.
3
Prepare the Cocktail Sauce
In a bowl, combine cocktail sauce, horseradish, hot sauce, and lime juice. Mix well and adjust seasoning to taste.
4
Serve
Arrange the chilled shrimp on a platter and serve with the cocktail sauce on the side for dipping.