Jul 14 2026
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Shrimp Cocktail Recipe

Inspired by The Mighty Crab
Time30m
Serves4

Fresh shrimp served with cocktail sauce.

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Ingredients

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Shrimp

Cocktail Sauce

Method

Preparing the Shrimp

  1. 1

    Boil the Water

    In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of salt to the water.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Shrimp

    While the water is heating, rinse the fresh shrimp under cold water and remove the shells and tails if necessary.

  3. 3

    Cook the Shrimp

    Once the water is boiling, squeeze the juice of one lemon into the pot. Then, add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink and opaque.

  4. 4

    Cool the Shrimp

    Remove the shrimp from the pot and immediately place them in a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Let them cool for about 5 minutes.

Making the Cocktail Sauce

  1. 5

    Combine Ingredients

    In a medium bowl, mix together 1 cup of ketchup, 2 tablespoons of horseradish sauce, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce, and 1 teaspoon of hot sauce.

  2. 6

    Season the Sauce

    Add salt to taste, mixing well to ensure all ingredients are combined.

Serving

  1. 7

    Plate the Shrimp

    Arrange the cooled shrimp on a serving platter.

  2. 8

    Serve with Sauce

    Serve the shrimp with the cocktail sauce on the side for dipping.

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