Jul 13 2026
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Justin's Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail Recipe

Inspired by Mama Carolla's
Time45m
Serves4

with our horseradish cocktail sauce

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Ingredients

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Shrimp

Horseradish Cocktail Sauce

Method

Shrimp Preparation

  1. 1

    Boil the Shrimp

    In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add the sliced lemon, Old Bay seasoning, and salt.

  2. 2

    Cook the Shrimp

    Once the water is boiling, add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the pot. Cook for about 2-3 minutes or until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.

  3. 3

    Ice Bath

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

  4. 4

    Drain and Chill

    Drain the shrimp from the ice bath and place them on a serving platter. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Cocktail Sauce Preparation

  1. 5

    Mix the Sauce

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

  2. 6

    Adjust Seasoning

    Add hot sauce to taste and mix well. Adjust other seasonings as preferred.

  3. 7

    Chill the Sauce

    Cover the cocktail sauce and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance the flavors.

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