Shrimp Cocktail Recipe
16/20 count shrimp, served with spicy cocktail.
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Ingredients
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Shrimp
Spicy Cocktail Sauce
Method
Preparing the Shrimp
Boil the Water
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil.
Add Lemon and Seasonings
Once the water is boiling, add the halved lemon, Old Bay seasoning, and salt.
Cook the Shrimp
Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the boiling water. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.
Drain and Chill
Once chilled, drain the shrimp and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Making the Spicy Cocktail Sauce
Combine Ingredients
In a bowl, mix together 1 cup of ketchup, 2 tablespoons of horseradish sauce, 1 teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce, and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice.
Adjust Seasoning
Taste the sauce and add hot sauce to your desired level of spiciness.
Serve
Transfer the cocktail sauce to a serving dish and place it alongside the chilled shrimp.
