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Shrimp Cocktail

Easy Shrimp Cocktail Recipe with Tangy Homemade Sauce

Delicious and refreshing shrimp cocktail with a zesty homemade sauce, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 160
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons prepared horseradish
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • Lemon wedges for serving
  • Ice for chilling

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • mixing bowl
  • Ice Bath
  • Serving Platter

Method
 

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes until pink and opaque.
  2. Transfer shrimp immediately to an ice bath to stop cooking.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine ketchup, horseradish, lemon juice, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir until smooth.
  4. Arrange chilled shrimp on a platter over crushed ice. Serve with cocktail sauce and lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 160kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 12gFat: 1g

Notes

Perfectly cooked shrimp are the cornerstone of a delicious shrimp cocktail. Always enjoy it chilled for maximum flavor.

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