Shrimp Cocktail Recipe
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Ingredients
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Shrimp
Cocktail Sauce
Garnish
Method
Shrimp Preparation
- 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
Cook the shrimp
Add the 1.5 lb shrimp to the boiling water and cook 2–3 minutes, until pink and opaque.
- 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
- 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.
- 5
Chill the sauce
Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to meld flavors.