Shrimp Cocktail Recipe

Time20m

Serves4

spicy cocktail sauce, watercress puree

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Ingredients

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1
Boil the Shrimp
In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add the halved lemon and salt to the water.
2
Cook the Shrimp
Add the shrimp to the boiling water and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until they turn pink and opaque.
3
Prepare the Watercress Puree
While the shrimp cooks, blanch the watercress in boiling water for 1 minute, then transfer it to an ice bath to stop cooking. Drain and blend with olive oil until smooth.
4
Serve
Drain the shrimp and let them cool slightly. Serve the shrimp on a platter with spicy cocktail sauce and watercress puree on the side.