Vegas Shrimp Cocktail
Transport yourself to the glitz and glamour of the Las Vegas Strip with this crowd-pleasing Vegas Shrimp Cocktail recipe. Featuring succulent large shrimp perfectly poached in a flavorful blend of lemon, Old Bay seasoning, and salt, this dish is chilled to perfection for a refreshing bite. Paired with a tangy, zesty homemade cocktail sauce made with ketchup, horseradish, lime juice, and a touch of heat from optional hot sauce, this appetizer exudes the bold flavors of a classic steakhouse starter. Ready in just 20 minutes, this recipe is as quick as it is impressive, making it perfect for parties, special occasions, or elevating a casual night in. Garnished with fresh parsley, this seafood sensation is a must-try for shrimp lovers and a guaranteed hit at your next gathering!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Shrimp (large, peeled and deveined with tails on)
- 8 cups Water
- 1 tablespoon Salt
- 1 whole Lemon (sliced)
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1 cup Ketchup
- 2 tablespoons Prepared horseradish
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Hot sauce (optional)
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley (chopped, optional, for garnish)
- 3 cups Ice
Instructions
Bring 8 cups of water to a boil in a large pot. Add salt, the sliced lemon, and Old Bay seasoning to the water.
Once the water is boiling, add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and are fully cooked.
Quickly transfer the cooked shrimp to a bowl filled with ice water to stop the cooking process and chill the shrimp. Let them sit for 5 minutes, then drain and pat dry.
In a small bowl, mix the ketchup, horseradish, Worcestershire sauce, lime juice, and hot sauce (if using) to create the cocktail sauce. Adjust the seasoning to taste.
Arrange the chilled shrimp on a platter or serve in individual bowls. Garnish with chopped parsley, if desired.
Serve the shrimp with the cocktail sauce on the side for dipping. Enjoy immediately!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
847 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.1 g | 23% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.2 g | 16% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 875 mg | 292% | |
| Sodium | 9606 mg | 418% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 68.8 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.0 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 47.4 g | ||
| Protein | 109.9 g | 220% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 321 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 1337 mg | 28% | |
*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.
