Chilled Shrimp with Zesty Cocktail Sauce (Printable)

Chilled shrimp with zesty cocktail sauce. Ready in 20 minutes.

# What You'll Need:

→ Shrimp

01 - 1 pound large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails on
02 - 1 lemon, sliced
03 - 1 teaspoon salt
04 - 1 teaspoon black peppercorns

→ Cocktail Sauce

05 - ½ cup ketchup
06 - 2 tablespoons prepared horseradish
07 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
08 - 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
09 - ½ teaspoon hot sauce
10 - Pinch of salt

→ Garnish

11 - Lemon wedges
12 - Fresh parsley

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Fill a large pot with water. Add lemon slices, 1 teaspoon salt, and peppercorns. Bring to a boil over high heat.
02 - Add shrimp to the boiling water and cook for 2–3 minutes until pink and just cooked through. Do not overcook.
03 - Immediately transfer shrimp to an ice bath to stop the cooking process. Let chill for at least 10 minutes.
04 - In a mixing bowl, combine ketchup, horseradish, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, and a pinch of salt. Stir until well blended. Adjust seasoning to taste.
05 - Drain shrimp and pat dry. Arrange on a serving platter over crushed ice or lettuce leaves. Serve with cocktail sauce, lemon wedges, and fresh parsley garnish.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It comes together in under 20 minutes but looks like you spent hours preparing something special
  • The homemade cocktail sauce puts storebought versions to shame
  • Make ahead friendly means you can actually enjoy your own party
02 -
  • Overcooked shrimp become rubbery and tough, so watch the pot like a hawk
  • The ice bath is not optional, it is what keeps the shrimp tender and succulent
  • Taste your cocktail sauce before serving, it should punch you a little with horseradish
03 -
  • Add a bay leaf to the poaching liquid for an extra layer of aromatic flavor
  • A splash of white wine in the cooking water makes the shrimp taste restaurant quality
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