Jul 14 2026
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Oyster Bar Shrimp Cocktail Recipe

Inspired by The Oyster Bar
Time30m
Serves4

Prawns boiled in court bouillon w/house made spicy cocktail sauce

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Ingredients

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Shrimp and Court Bouillon

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Make the Court Bouillon

    In a large pot, combine water, celery, carrots, onion, garlic, bay leaves, black peppercorns, and salt. Squeeze the juice of the lemon halves into the pot, then add the lemon halves themselves. Bring to a boil.

  2. 2

    Cook the Prawns

    Once the court bouillon is boiling, add the prawns. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the prawns are pink and opaque. Remove from heat and let the prawns cool in the liquid for an additional 10 minutes.

  3. 3

    Prepare the Cocktail Sauce

    In a mixing bowl, combine ketchup, horseradish, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, and hot sauce. Mix well and adjust salt to taste.

  4. 4

    Serve

    Drain the prawns and serve chilled with the spicy cocktail sauce on the side.

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