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Shrimp Cocktail

11 INGREDIENTS • 4 STEPS • 30MINS

Shrimp Cocktail

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Experience a classic Shrimp Cocktail. Tender shrimp simmered in an aromatic broth of bay leaves, garlic, onion, and parsley. Paired with a homemade cocktail sauce that boasts a delightful balance of zest and heat this dish offers a sophisticated twist to an all-time favorite appetizer. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or looking for a refreshing summer treat, this shrimp cocktail promises to be a crowd-pleaser every time.
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Scarlett Wang at SideChef
Hi, I'm Scarlett! I'm a recipe developer at SideChef with love for traditional and fusion foods.
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Experience a classic Shrimp Cocktail. Tender shrimp simmered in an aromatic broth of bay leaves, garlic, onion, and parsley. Paired with a homemade cocktail sauce that boasts a delightful balance of zest and heat this dish offers a sophisticated twist to an all-time favorite appetizer. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or looking for a refreshing summer treat, this shrimp cocktail promises to be a crowd-pleaser every time.
30MINS
Total Time
$5.65
Cost Per Serving
Ingredients
Servings
6
us / metric
Water
10 cups
Water
Large Shrimp
2 lb
Large Shrimp
Bay Leaf
2
Bay Leaves
Garlic
1 head
Garlic, halved
White Onion
1/2
White Onion
Fresh Parsley
1/2 bunch
Fresh Parsley
Cocktail Sauce
Ketchup
1/2 cup
Ketchup
Lemon
1
Lemon
zest of whole lemon and 2 Tbsp juice needed
Hot Sauce
2 Tbsp
Hot Sauce
Horseradish
2 Tbsp
Horseradish
Worcestershire Sauce
1 tsp
Worcestershire Sauce
Nutrition Per Serving
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Calories
253
Fat
5.3 g
Protein
38.5 g
Carbs
12.1 g
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step 1
Pour the Water (10 cups) into a large pot, add White Onion (1/2), Garlic (1 head), Bay Leaves (2), and Fresh Parsley (1/2 bunch) and bring to a boil over high heat. Then lower the heat to simmer, cover, and let it simmer for 10-30 minutes.
step 2
In a mixing bowl, mix Ketchup (1/2 cup), Horseradish (2 Tbsp), Hot Sauce (2 Tbsp), Worcestershire Sauce (1 tsp), Lemon Zest (1), and 2 Tbsp of Lemon Juice Set aside.
step 3
Add the Large Shrimp (2 lb) to the pot, and turn off the heat. Let the shrimp sit for about 3 minutes, until the shrimp curl and turn pink. Scoop out the shrimp and place it into the ice water to cool down.
step 4
Drain and peel the shrimp before serving. Serve with the cocktail sauce.
step 4 Drain and peel the shrimp before serving. Serve with the cocktail sauce.
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Appetizers
Dairy-Free
Shellfish
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