Jul 14 2026
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Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail (4) Recipe

Inspired by Via Italian Table
Time30m
Serves4

Served with house-made cocktail sauce

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Ingredients

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Shrimp

Cocktail Sauce

Method

Shrimp Preparation

  1. 1

    Boil the Water

    In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over high heat. Squeeze the juice of the whole lemon into the water and then add the squeezed lemon halves along with the Old Bay seasoning.

  2. 2

    Cook the Shrimp

    Once the water is boiling, add the jumbo shrimp to the pot. Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and opaque. Do not overcook.

  3. 3

    Ice Bath

    Prepare a bowl of ice water. Once the shrimp are cooked, immediately transfer them to the ice bath to stop the cooking process. Let them chill for about 5 minutes.

Cocktail Sauce Preparation

  1. 4

    Mix Ingredients

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

  2. 5

    Season to Taste

    Stir the cocktail sauce well and add salt to taste. Adjust the spiciness by adding more horseradish or hot sauce if desired.

Serving

  1. 6

    Plate the Shrimp

    Arrange the chilled shrimp on a serving platter.

  2. 7

    Serve with Sauce

    Serve the shrimp with the house-made cocktail sauce on the side for dipping.

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