Jul 09 2026
RestaurantsCotham's In the CityShrimp Cocktail Recipe

Shrimp Cocktail Recipe

Time35m
Serves4

Make Shrimp Cocktail Recipe in just 35m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Shrimp

Garnish

Method

Shrimp Preparation

  1. 1

    Boil water and season

    Fill a large pot with 4 cups water and add 0.25 tsp kosher salt. Bring to a boil.

  2. 2

    Cook the shrimp

    Add the 1.5 lb shrimp to the boiling water and cook 2–3 minutes, until pink and opaque.

  3. 3

    Chill and peel

    Using a slotted spoon, transfer shrimp to an ice bath to stop cooking. Once cooled, drain and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Cocktail Sauce

  1. 4

    Make the sauce

    In a bowl, whisk together ketchup, prepared horseradish, fresh lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, and 0.25 tsp salt until smooth.

  2. 5

    Chill the sauce

    Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to meld flavors.

Plating and Serving

  1. 6

    Arrange and serve

    On a platter, place the chilled shrimp around a bowl or ramekin of cocktail sauce.

  2. 7

    Garnish the platter

    Add lemon wedges around the shrimp and sprinkle chopped parsley over the shrimp or sauce as desired.

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