Jul 13 2026
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Colossal Shrimp Cocktail Recipe

Inspired by Salted Edge
Time30m
Serves4

lemongrass cocktail sauce + fresh horseradish + green goddess

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Ingredients

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Shrimp

Lemongrass Cocktail Sauce

Fresh Horseradish

Green Goddess Dressing

Method

Shrimp Preparation

  1. 1

    Boil the Shrimp

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

  2. 2

    Cook the Shrimp

    Once the water is boiling, add the colossal shrimp. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the shrimp turn pink and are opaque. Do not overcook.

  3. 3

    Chill the Shrimp

    Remove the shrimp with a slotted spoon and place them in a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Once cooled, drain and set aside.

Lemongrass Cocktail Sauce

  1. 4

    Mix the Ingredients

    In a bowl, combine ketchup, finely chopped lemongrass, lime juice, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce. Stir until well blended.

  2. 5

    Taste and Adjust

    Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more lime juice or hot sauce to suit your preference.

Fresh Horseradish Preparation

  1. 6

    Combine Ingredients

    In a small bowl, mix the grated horseradish root, apple cider vinegar, and salt. Stir until well combined.

Green Goddess Dressing

  1. 7

    Prepare the Dressing

    In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, chopped chives, chopped parsley, minced garlic, and lemon juice.

  2. 8

    Blend Until Smooth

    Whisk the mixture until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning if needed.

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