Shrimp Cocktail Recipe
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Ingredients
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Shrimp Preparation
Cocktail Sauce
Method
Shrimp Preparation
- 1
Boil Shrimp
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add 1 tablespoon of salt, the halved lemon, and 1 tablespoon of Old Bay seasoning to the water.
- 2
Cook Shrimp
Once the water is boiling, add the peeled and deveined shrimp. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.
- 3
Ice Bath
Remove the shrimp from the pot and immediately transfer them to an ice bath to stop the cooking process. Let them sit in the ice bath for 5 minutes.
- 4
Drain and Chill
Drain the shrimp and place them in the refrigerator to chill while you prepare the cocktail sauce.
Cocktail Sauce
- 5
Mix Ingredients
In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup of ketchup, 2 tablespoons of horseradish, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce, and 1 teaspoon of tabasco sauce.
- 6
Season
Stir the mixture well and add salt to taste. Adjust the horseradish for more heat if desired.
- 7
Serve
Serve the chilled shrimp with the cocktail sauce on the side for dipping.