RestaurantsWayfare TavernShrimp Cocktail Recipe

Shrimp Cocktail Recipe

Inspired by Wayfare Tavern
Time20m
Serves4

cocktail sauce, lemon

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Ingredients

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Cocktail Ingredients

Method

Preparation Steps

1

Prepare the Shrimp

In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add 1 tablespoon of salt. Once boiling, add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink and opaque. Remove from heat.

2

Ice Bath

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

3

Draining Shrimp

Once the shrimp are cooled, drain them and pat dry with paper towels.

4

Serving

Arrange the shrimp on a platter with a bowl of cocktail sauce in the center. Cut the lemon into wedges and serve alongside.