Shrimp Cocktail with Sauce
Indulge in the classic elegance of Shrimp Cocktail with Sauce, a timeless appetizer that combines tender, perfectly cooked shrimp with a zesty homemade cocktail sauce. This easy recipe brings together plump, succulent shrimp, gently simmered with fresh lemon, garlic, and bay leaves for a subtle infusion of flavor. The vibrant cocktail sauce, made with a tangy blend of ketchup, horseradish, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and a hint of optional heat, offers the perfect balance of zest and spice. Serve this crowd-pleasing dish chilled and beautifully arranged with lemon wedges for a refreshing, stress-free starter that’s ready in just 20 minutes. Perfect for parties, holiday gatherings, or any occasion that calls for a touch of sophistication, this Shrimp Cocktail is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb large raw shrimp (peeled and deveined, tails on)
- 1 lemon (sliced)
- 2 garlic cloves
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tbsp kosher salt
- 1 cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp prepared horseradish
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 0.5 tsp hot sauce (optional)
- 0.25 tsp salt (for the sauce, to taste)
- 0.25 tsp black pepper (for the sauce, to taste)
Instructions
Fill a large pot with water and add the lemon slices, garlic cloves, bay leaves, and kosher salt. Bring the water to a boil.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium and add the shrimp. Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and curled.
Immediately transfer the cooked shrimp to an ice water bath to stop the cooking process and chill them. Let them cool for about 5 minutes.
Drain the shrimp and pat them dry with paper towels. Place them in the refrigerator to keep them chilled until ready to serve.
To make the cocktail sauce, mix the ketchup, prepared horseradish, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce (if using), salt, and black pepper in a small bowl. Stir until fully combined.
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if needed. Refrigerate the sauce until serving time.
Serve the chilled shrimp on a platter with a small bowl of cocktail sauce in the center. Optionally, garnish with lemon wedges or fresh parsley for presentation.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
861 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.0 g | 23% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.1 g | 16% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 873 mg | 291% | |
| Sodium | 4178 mg | 182% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 71.3 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 47.5 g | ||
| Protein | 110.4 g | 221% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 196 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 1397 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.
