Jul 14 2026
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Shrimp Cocktail Recipe

Inspired by Woody's Roadside Gulfport
Time30m
Serves4

Chilled shrimp served with cocktail sauce.

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Ingredients

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Shrimp

Cocktail Sauce

Method

Preparing the Shrimp

  1. 1

    Boil the Shrimp

    In a large pot, combine water, lemon halves, and Old Bay seasoning. Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat.

  2. 2

    Cook the Shrimp

    Once boiling, add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink and opaque.

  3. 3

    Ice Bath

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

  4. 4

    Drain and Chill

    Drain the shrimp from the ice bath and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Making the Cocktail Sauce

  1. 5

    Combine Ingredients

    In a medium bowl, mix together ketchup, horseradish sauce, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper.

  2. 6

    Adjust Seasoning

    Taste the cocktail sauce and adjust the seasoning with extra salt and pepper if needed.

Serving

  1. 7

    Plate the Shrimp

    Arrange the chilled shrimp on a serving platter.

  2. 8

    Serve with Sauce

    Serve alongside the cocktail sauce for dipping.

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