Shrimp Cocktail Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

Chilled shrimp served with cocktail sauce.

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Ingredients

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1
Boil the Shrimp
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add the lemon slices and Old Bay seasoning to the boiling water.
2
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.
3
Chill the Shrimp
Remove the shrimp from the pot and immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Let them chill for about 5 minutes.
4
Drain and Serve
Once chilled, drain the shrimp and place them on a serving platter.

5
Combine Ingredients
In a medium bowl, mix together the ketchup, horseradish, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce (if using) until well combined.
6
Taste and Adjust
Taste the cocktail sauce and adjust the seasoning with more horseradish or hot sauce as desired.
7
Serve
Serve the cocktail sauce alongside the chilled shrimp.