Chilled Shrimp Cocktail Recipe
lemon, cocktail sauce
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Ingredients
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Shrimp
Cocktail Sauce
Method
Prepare Shrimp
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of salt to the boiling water.
- 2
Cook Shrimp
Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the boiling water. Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and opaque.
- 3
- 4
Prepare for Serving
Drain the shrimp and pat them dry with paper towels. Arrange them on a serving platter and garnish with lemon wedges.
Make Cocktail Sauce
- 5
Combine 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
Season Sauce
Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined. Taste and add salt as needed.
- 7
Serve Sauce
Transfer the cocktail sauce to a serving bowl.
Serve
- 8
Enjoy Your Dish
Serve the chilled shrimp with the cocktail sauce on the side for dipping.