Shrimp Cocktail Recipe

Time30m

Serves2

Seven jumbo shrimp served ice cold with our housemade cocktail sauce

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Ingredients

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1
Boil the Shrimp
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add 1 tsp of salt and the whole lemon, halved. Once boiling, add the jumbo shrimp.
2
Cook the Shrimp
Boil the shrimp for 2-3 minutes, or until they turn pink and opaque. Be careful not to overcook.
3
Cool the Shrimp
Remove the shrimp from the pot and place them in an ice bath to stop the cooking process. Let them cool completely.

4
Combine Ingredients
In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup of ketchup, 2 tbsp of horseradish, 1 tbsp of lemon juice, 1 tsp of Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce if desired.
5
Mix Well
Stir the mixture until all ingredients are well combined. Adjust seasoning to taste.

6
Plate the Shrimp
Arrange the cooled shrimp on a serving plate.
7
Add Cocktail Sauce
Serve the shrimp alongside a generous portion of the cocktail sauce.