Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsThe WhitneyJumbo Shrimp Cocktail Recipe

Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail Recipe

Inspired by The Whitney
Time1h
Serves4

House Made Cocktail and Remoulade Sauces

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Ingredients

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For the Shrimp

For the Cocktail Sauce

For the Remoulade Sauce

Method

For the Shrimp

  1. 1

    Prepare the Shrimp

    In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add 2 tablespoons of Old Bay seasoning and 1 teaspoon of salt.

  2. 2

    Cook the Shrimp

    Once the water is boiling, add the jumbo shrimp. Cook for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink and opaque. Do not overcook.

  3. 3

    Chill the Shrimp

    Immediately transfer the cooked shrimp to a bowl filled with ice to stop the cooking process. Let them sit for about 5 minutes.

  4. 4

    Serve

    Drain the shrimp and serve chilled with cocktail sauce and remoulade sauce.

For the Cocktail Sauce

  1. 5

    Mix the Ingredients

    In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup of ketchup, 2 tablespoons of prepared horseradish, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce to taste.

  2. 6

    Blend Well

    Stir the mixture until all ingredients are well combined. Adjust seasoning if necessary.

  3. 7

    Chill

    Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld.

For the Remoulade Sauce

  1. 8

    Combine Ingredients

    In a bowl, mix 1 cup of mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons of Dijon mustard, 2 tablespoons of pickle relish, 1 tablespoon of chopped capers, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, and 1 teaspoon of paprika.

  2. 9

    Stir and Season

    Stir the mixture until all ingredients are well incorporated. Add salt to taste.

  3. 10

    Chill

    Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance the flavors.

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