Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsBlack Canyon RestaurantShrimp Cocktail Recipe

Shrimp Cocktail Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Jumbo shrimp, house made horseradish cocktail sauce

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Ingredients

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Shrimp

Cocktail Sauce

Method

Cooking Shrimp

  1. 1

    Prepare the Cooking Liquid

    In a large pot, combine 4 cups of water, the halved lemon, Old Bay seasoning, and salt. Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat.

  2. 2

    Cook the Shrimp

    Once boiling, add the jumbo shrimp into the pot. Cook for about 2-3 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and opaque. Be careful not to overcook.

  3. 3

    Ice Bath

    Remove the shrimp from the pot and immediately transfer them to a bowl filled with ice water to stop the cooking process. Let them cool for about 5 minutes.

  4. 4

    Drain and Chill

    Drain the shrimp from the ice bath and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Making Cocktail Sauce

  1. 5

    Mix Ingredients

    In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup of ketchup, 2 tablespoons of prepared horseradish, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, and 1 teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce.

  2. 6

    Adjust Flavor

    Stir well to combine, and add hot sauce to taste. Mix again until the sauce is well blended.

Serving

  1. 7

    Plate the Dish

    Arrange the chilled shrimp on a platter or individual serving dishes. Serve with the cocktail sauce on the side.

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