Shrimp Cocktail
Elevate your appetizer game with this classic Shrimp Cocktail recipe, a perfect blend of simplicity and elegance. Succulent, tender shrimp are gently poached in a fragrant broth infused with zesty lemon, garlic, bay leaf, and peppercorns, then chilled to perfection for a refreshing bite. Paired with a bold, homemade cocktail sauce combining ketchup, tangy horseradish, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, and fresh lemon juice, this dish strikes the ideal balance of flavors. Ready in just 25 minutes and serving four, it's an effortless choice for entertaining or indulging in a light, flavorful treat. Garnished with fresh parsley, this timeless favorite is as visually stunning as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Large shrimp (peeled, deveined, with tails on)
- 6 cups Water
- 1 whole Lemon
- 2 whole Garlic cloves
- 1 whole Bay leaf
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Black peppercorns
- 1 cup Ketchup
- 2 tbsp Prepared horseradish
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp Hot sauce (like Tabasco)
- 1 tbsp Fresh lemon juice
- 1 pinch Salt (for cocktail sauce)
- 1 tbsp Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Fill a large pot with 6 cups of water and place it over medium-high heat.
Slice the lemon in half and squeeze its juice into the water. Add the lemon halves to the pot as well.
Add the garlic cloves, bay leaf, salt, and peppercorns to the water. Bring it to a boil.
Once the water is boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer and add the shrimp.
Cook the shrimp for 2–3 minutes, or until they turn pink and are opaque. Be careful not to overcook.
Using a slotted spoon, transfer the cooked shrimp to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Let them cool completely.
While the shrimp cool, prepare the cocktail sauce. In a small bowl, mix together the ketchup, horseradish, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Adjust the seasoning to taste.
Drain the shrimp from the ice water and pat them dry with a paper towel.
Arrange the shrimp on a serving platter or chilled glass, and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Serve the shrimp with the cocktail sauce on the side for dipping. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
863 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.2 g | 23% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.2 g | 16% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 902 mg | 301% | |
| Sodium | 4729 mg | 206% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 72.3 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.0 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 47.4 g | ||
| Protein | 110.6 g | 221% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 312 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 1394 mg | 30% | |
*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.
