Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsMansurs on the BoulevardShrimp Cocktail Recipe

Shrimp Cocktail Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Chilled shrimp served with cocktail sauce.

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Ingredients

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Shrimp

Cocktail Sauce

Method

Prepare the Shrimp

  1. 1

    Boil the Shrimp

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

  2. 2

    Cook the Shrimp

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

  3. 3

    Chill the Shrimp

    Remove the shrimp from the pot and place them in a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Let them cool for 5-10 minutes.

Make the Cocktail Sauce

  1. 4

    Combine Ingredients

    In a medium bowl, mix together the ketchup, horseradish, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper until well blended.

  2. 5

    Taste and Adjust

    Taste the cocktail sauce and adjust the seasoning with more horseradish or salt if desired.

Serve

  1. 6

    Plate the Shrimp

    Arrange the chilled shrimp on a serving platter or individual plates.

  2. 7

    Serve with Sauce

    Serve the shrimp with the cocktail sauce on the side for dipping.

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