Tropical Shrimp Cocktail Recipe

Inspired by Tropical Delight

Time30m

Serves4

Succulent shrimp served with a tangy cocktail sauce.

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Ingredients

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Shrimp

1 pound Large shrimp, peeled and deveined

4 cups Water

1 whole Lemon, halved

1 tablespoon Old Bay seasoning

Cocktail Sauce

1 cup Ketchup

2 tablespoons Horseradish

2 tablespoons ReaLemon lemon juice

1 teaspoon Original Worcestershire Sauce

1 teaspoon Hot sauce (optional)

Garnish

2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped

2 whole Lemon wedges

Method

Preparing the Shrimp

Cook the Shrimp

In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add the lemon halves and Old Bay seasoning to the water.

Boil the Shrimp

Once the water is boiling, add the large shrimp. Cook the shrimp for about 2-3 minutes or until they turn pink and opaque.

Ice Bath

Immediately transfer the cooked shrimp to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Let them cool for about 5 minutes.

Drain and Chill

Drain the shrimp from the ice water and place them on a paper towel to remove excess moisture. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Making the Cocktail Sauce

Combine Ingredients

In a medium bowl, mix together the ketchup, horseradish, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce (if using).

Taste and Adjust

Taste the cocktail sauce and adjust seasoning with more horseradish or hot sauce as needed.

Serving

Plate the Shrimp

Arrange the chilled shrimp on a serving platter.

Serve with Sauce

Serve the shrimp with the cocktail sauce on the side for dipping. Garnish with chopped parsley and lemon wedges.