Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail Recipe
Served with lemons & cocktail sauce
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Cocktail Sauce
Method
Shrimp Preparation
- 1
Boil the Water
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil.
- 2
Add Lemon and Shrimp
Once the water is boiling, add the lemon slices and then carefully add the shrimp. Boil for 2-3 minutes until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.
- 3
Drain and Cool
Remove the pot from heat and drain the shrimp in a colander. Rinse the shrimp under cold water to stop the cooking process. Let them cool completely.
Cocktail Sauce Preparation
- 4
Mix Ingredients
In a bowl, combine 1 cup of ketchup, 2 tablespoons of horseradish, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, and 1 teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce.
- 5
Adjust Flavor
Add hot sauce to taste, stirring well to combine all ingredients. Adjust seasoning as necessary.
Serving
- 6
Plate the Shrimp
Arrange the cooled jumbo shrimp on a serving platter.
- 7
Serve with Sauce
Serve the shrimp with the cocktail sauce on the side and extra lemon slices for garnish.
