Jul 13 2026
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Shrimp Cocktail* Recipe

Inspired by Bottiglia Cucina & Enoteca
Time45m
Serves4

Horseradish cocktail sauce

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Ingredients

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Shrimp

Cocktail Sauce

Method

Shrimp Preparation

  1. 1

    Boil the Shrimp

    In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add the lemon halves and Old Bay seasoning to the boiling water.

  2. 2

    Cook the Shrimp

    Add the shrimp to the boiling water and cook for 2-3 minutes or until the shrimp turn pink and opaque. Do not overcook.

  3. 3

    Cool the Shrimp

    Remove the shrimp from the pot and 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 and place them on a plate. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Cocktail Sauce Preparation

  1. 5

    Mix the Sauce

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

  2. 6

    Adjust Seasoning

    Taste the sauce and add salt as needed. Adjust horseradish or hot sauce based on your spice preference.

  3. 7

    Chill the Sauce

    Cover the cocktail sauce and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

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