Fancy Shrimp Cocktail
Elevate your appetizer game with this elegant and irresistibly fresh Fancy Shrimp Cocktail. Perfectly poached large shrimp are infused with the delicate flavors of lemon, garlic, and bay leaf, then chilled to achieve an ideal tenderness. Served alongside a zesty homemade cocktail sauce made with tangy ketchup, robust horseradish, and a splash of Worcestershire, this dish brims with bold and balanced flavor. Garnished with fresh parsley and lemon wedges for a sophisticated touch, this 20-minute recipe is perfect for impressing guests or adding a luxurious flair to your next dinner party. Simple, refreshing, and packed with flavor, this shrimp cocktail is a timeless classic redefined.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined (tails on)
- 4 cups Cold water
- 1 Lemon, sliced
- 2 Garlic cloves, smashed
- 1 Bay leaf
- 2 tsp Kosher salt
- 3 cups Ice
- 1 cup Ketchup
- 2 tbsp Prepared horseradish
- 1 tbsp Fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 0.5 tsp Hot sauce (optional, to taste)
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- 4 Lemon wedges (for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium pot, combine 4 cups of water, slices of 1 lemon, 2 smashed garlic cloves, 1 bay leaf, and 2 teaspoons of kosher salt. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium and add the 1 lb of shrimp. Poach the shrimp until they turn pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes. Be careful not to overcook.
Using a slotted spoon, transfer the cooked shrimp to a large bowl filled with 3 cups of ice and enough water to cover the shrimp. Let the shrimp chill completely, about 5 minutes. Drain and pat dry with paper towels.
While the shrimp cool, make the cocktail sauce by combining 1 cup of ketchup, 2 tablespoons of prepared horseradish, 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce, and 0.5 teaspoon of hot sauce (optional) in a small bowl. Mix well and adjust seasoning to taste.
To serve, arrange the chilled shrimp on a serving platter or individual cocktail glasses. Spoon the cocktail sauce into small bowls or directly into the glasses.
Garnish the platter or glasses with 4 lemon wedges and sprinkle the shrimp with 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh parsley.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Fancy Shrimp Cocktail!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
876 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.7 g | 25% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.2 g | 16% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 902 mg | 301% | |
| Sodium | 3431 mg | 149% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 78.7 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.8 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 50.5 g | ||
| Protein | 111.2 g | 222% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 276 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 3.3 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 1502 mg | 32% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
