Classic Shrimp Cocktail
Traditional dish · American
A timeless appetizer featuring perfectly chilled, succulent shrimp served with a zesty, homemade cocktail sauce.
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Ingredients
- Large shrimp, peeled and deveined1 lb
- Ketchup1 cup
- Prepared horseradish2 tbsp
- Lemon juice1 tbsp
- Worcestershire sauce1 tsp
- Hot sauce (e.g., Tabasco)1/2 tsp
- Saltto taste
- Black pepperto taste
- Icefor chilling
- Lemon wedgesfor garnish
- Fresh parsleyfor garnish
Steps
- 1
Cook shrimp: Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until pink and opaque. Immediately drain and plunge into an ice bath to stop the cooking.
- 2
Prepare cocktail sauce: In a medium bowl, combine ketchup, horseradish, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce. Stir well. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 3
Chill shrimp: Once cooled, drain the shrimp thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- 4
Assemble: Arrange the chilled shrimp around the edge of a serving platter or in individual glasses. Place a small bowl of cocktail sauce in the center. Garnish with lemon wedges and fresh parsley.
