Shrimp Cocktail Recipe
Chilled shrimp with cocktail sauce.
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Ingredients
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Shrimp
Cocktail Sauce
Method
Shrimp Preparation
- 1
Boil the Shrimp
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add 1 tablespoon of salt and the whole lemon (cut in half) to the boiling water.
- 2
Cook the Shrimp
Once the water is boiling, add 1 pound of fresh shrimp. Boil for about 2-3 minutes or until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.
- 3
- 4
Drain and Dry
Once cooled, drain the shrimp and pat them dry with paper towels.
Cocktail Sauce Preparation
- 5
Mix the 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 1 teaspoon of hot sauce.
- 6
Taste and Adjust
Stir the mixture well and taste. Add salt to taste and adjust any other ingredients as desired.
Serving
- 7
Plate the Shrimp
Arrange the chilled shrimp on a serving platter.
- 8
Serve with Sauce
Serve the shrimp with the cocktail sauce on the side for dipping.