Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail Recipe
Six chilled jumbo shrimp, cocktail sauce and lemon GF
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Ingredients
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Shrimp
Cocktail Sauce
Garnish
Method
Preparation of Shrimp
- 1
Cooking the Shrimp
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the jumbo shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the pot and immediately transfer them to an ice bath to stop the cooking process.
- 2
Chilling the Shrimp
Once cooled, drain the shrimp and pat them dry with paper towels. Place the shrimp in the refrigerator to chill for at least 15 minutes before serving.
Preparation of Cocktail Sauce
- 3
Mixing the Sauce
In a medium bowl, combine the ketchup, horseradish, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
- 4
Adjusting Flavor
Taste the cocktail sauce and adjust the hot sauce to your preference, adding more if you like it spicier.
Serving
- 5
Plating the Dish
Arrange the chilled jumbo shrimp on a serving platter with the cocktail sauce in a small bowl in the center. Garnish with lemon wedges around the shrimp.
