Shrimp Cocktail Recipe

Time15m

Serves4

Jumbo shrimp, house cocktail sauce, lemon

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the Water
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add 1 tablespoon of salt and the sliced lemon.
2
Cook the Shrimp
Once the water is boiling, add the shrimp. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until the shrimp turn pink and opaque. Do not overcook.
3
Drain and Cool
Remove the shrimp from the pot and drain them in a colander. Rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process. Let them cool completely.
4
Serve
Arrange the cooled shrimp on a platter with cocktail sauce in the center and garnish with lemon wedges.