Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsShell & Bones Oyster Bar & GrillU8 Shrimp Cocktail Recipe

U8 Shrimp Cocktail Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

with cocktail sauce

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Ingredients

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Shrimp

Cocktail Sauce

Method

Shrimp Preparation

  1. 1

    Boil the Shrimp

    In a large pot, combine the water, lemon slices, Old Bay seasoning, and salt. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.

  2. 2

    Cook the Shrimp

    Once the water is boiling, add the shrimp to the pot. Cook for about 2-3 minutes or until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.

  3. 3

    Cool the Shrimp

    Remove the pot from heat, drain the shrimp, and transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Allow them to cool for about 5 minutes.

Cocktail Sauce Preparation

  1. 4

    Mix the Sauce

    In a medium bowl, combine the ketchup, horseradish, lemon juice, hot sauce, and black pepper. Stir until well mixed.

  2. 5

    Adjust Flavor

    Taste the cocktail sauce and adjust with more horseradish or hot sauce if desired.

Serving

  1. 6

    Plate the Dish

    Arrange the chilled shrimp on a serving platter and serve with the cocktail sauce on the side.

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