Chimney's Classic Shrimp Cocktail Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

Served with a tangy cocktail sauce.

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Ingredients

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1
Boil the Shrimp
In a large pot, bring 4 quarts of water to a boil. Add the salt to the boiling water to season it.
2
Add the Shrimp
Carefully add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the boiling water. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.
3
Chill the Shrimp
Once cooked, remove the shrimp from the pot and immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Let them chill for about 5 minutes.
4
Drain and Serve
Drain the chilled shrimp and arrange them on a serving platter. Garnish with lemon wedges.

5
Mix the Sauce
In a medium bowl, combine the ketchup, horseradish, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, and black pepper. Stir until well mixed.
6
Taste and Adjust
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary. You can add more horseradish for a spicier kick or more ketchup to mellow the flavor.
7
Serve
Transfer the cocktail sauce to a small serving dish and serve alongside the chilled shrimp.