Shrimp Cocktail Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

Jumbo shrimp served with spicy cocktail sauce.

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Ingredients

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1
Boil Shrimp
In a large pot, bring water to a rolling boil. Add the salt and squeeze in the juice of half a lemon before adding the lemon slices. Add the jumbo shrimp to the boiling water and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until they turn pink and opaque.
2
Drain and Cool
Once the shrimp are cooked, drain them in a colander and immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Allow them to cool for about 5 minutes.
3
Prepare for Serving
After cooling, drain the shrimp again and arrange them on a serving platter.

4
Mix Ingredients
In a medium bowl, combine the ketchup, prepared horseradish, lemon juice, and hot sauce. Stir until well mixed.
5
Adjust Flavor
Taste the sauce and add salt and more hot sauce if desired to achieve your preferred level of spiciness.
6
Serve
Spoon the cocktail sauce into a small bowl and serve alongside the shrimp on the platter.