Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsLeo's Seafood Restaurant & BarColossal Shrimp Cocktail Recipe

Colossal Shrimp Cocktail Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

cocktail sauce & horseradish

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Ingredients

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Shrimp Cocktail Ingredients

Method

Preparation Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Poaching Liquid

    In a large pot, combine water, lemon halves, bay leaves, and Old Bay seasoning. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.

  2. 2

    Poach the Shrimp

    Once boiling, add the colossal shrimp to the pot. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the shrimp are pink and opaque. Do not overcook.

  3. 3

    Chill the Shrimp

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

  4. 4

    Prepare Cocktail Sauce

    In a separate bowl, mix together your desired amount of cocktail sauce and horseradish to taste.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Arrange the chilled shrimp on a platter and serve with cocktail sauce on the side.

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