Shrimp Cocktail Recipe

Time45m

Serves4

Chilled shrimp served with cocktail sauce.

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Ingredients

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Method

Preparing the Shrimp

Boil the Shrimp

In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Squeeze the juice of the lemon into the water, then add the whole lemon and salt.

Cook the Shrimp

Once the water is boiling, add the shrimp. Cook for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink and opaque.

Ice Bath

Remove the shrimp from the pot and immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Let them sit for about 5 minutes.

Drain and Chill

Drain the shrimp and pat them dry with paper towels. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Making the Cocktail Sauce

Combine Ingredients

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

Mix Well

Stir all the ingredients together until well combined. Adjust horseradish and hot sauce to taste.

Chill the Sauce

Cover the bowl and place it in the refrigerator to chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.