Jul 14 2026
Restaurantsā€ŗCajun Boil Brickellā€ŗPremium Shrimp Cocktail Recipe

Premium Shrimp Cocktail Recipe

Inspired by Cajun Boil Brickell
Time30m
Serves4

Succulent jumbo shrimp, perfectly chilled and elegantly presented with house-made cocktail sauce.

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Ingredients

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Shrimp

Cocktail Sauce

Garnish

Method

Shrimp Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Poaching Liquid

    In a large pot, combine 4 cups of water, the halved lemon, Old Bay seasoning, and salt. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.

  2. 2

    Poach the Shrimp

    Once the water is boiling, add the peeled and deveined jumbo shrimp. Cook for about 2-3 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and opaque. Be careful not to overcook.

  3. 3

    Chill the Shrimp

    Remove the pot from heat and transfer the shrimp to an ice bath (a bowl filled with ice water) to stop the cooking process. Let them cool for about 5 minutes.

Cocktail Sauce Preparation

  1. 4

    Mix the Sauce

    In a medium bowl, combine ketchup, horseradish, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce. Stir well until fully combined.

  2. 5

    Season the Sauce

    Taste the sauce and add salt as needed to enhance the flavor. Adjust the hot sauce for desired spiciness.

Presentation

  1. 6

    Plate the Shrimp

    Arrange the chilled shrimp on a serving platter in a circular pattern or in a decorative style.

  2. 7

    Serve with Sauce

    Place the cocktail sauce in the center of the platter or in a small bowl alongside the shrimp. Garnish with lemon wedges and chopped parsley.

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