Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail - 6 Recipe
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Ingredients
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Shrimp
Cocktail Sauce
Garnish
Method
Shrimp Preparation
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over high heat.
- 2
Add Seasoning
Once boiling, add 1 cup of lemon juice, 2 tablespoons of Old Bay seasoning, and 1 tablespoon of salt to the pot.
- 3
Cook Shrimp
Add 1 pound of jumbo shrimp to the pot. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.
- 4
Drain and Cool
Remove the shrimp from the pot and drain. Place the shrimp in an ice bath to stop the cooking process. Let them cool for about 5 minutes.
Cocktail Sauce Preparation
- 5
Mix Ingredients
In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup of ketchup, 2 tablespoons of horseradish, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce, and 1 teaspoon of hot sauce.
- 6
Stir Well
Mix all ingredients until well combined. Adjust the horseradish and hot sauce to taste, if desired.
Serving
- 7
Plate the Shrimp
Arrange the cooled shrimp on a serving platter.
- 8
Serve with Cocktail Sauce
Serve the shrimp with the prepared cocktail sauce and garnish with lemon wedges and a sprig of fresh parsley.
