Blue Cheese Shrimp Cocktail Recipe

Name: Blue Cheese Shrimp Cocktail
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 34 lb frozen cooked shrimp, defrosted; 12 lemon, juice of; 1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granule; black pepper, freshly ground; cayenne pepper; 8 small lettuce leaves; fresh parsley, chopped, to garnish (optional); ½ cup ketchup; ½ cup heavy cream or ½ cup half-and-half; 2 tablespoons onions, finely chopped; ¼ cup lemon juice; 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce; 1 dash Tabasco sauce; ½ cup blue cheese, crumbled

Servings: persons

34 lb frozen cooked shrimp, defrosted
12 lemon, juice of
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granule
black pepper, freshly ground
cayenne pepper
8 small lettuce leaves
fresh parsley, chopped, to garnish (optional)
½ cup ketchup
½ cup heavy cream or ½ cup half-and-half
2 tablespoons onions, finely chopped
¼ cup lemon juice
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 dash Tabasco sauce
½ cup blue cheese, crumbled

1
Place defrosted shrimp in a flat Pyrex-style dish.
2
Heat the juice from a half lemon in a small pan and add the bouillon and dissolve.
3
Pour the lemon bouillon over the shrimp and sprinkle the black pepper and cayenne pepper over the shrimp, to taste; toss well and chill about 30 minutes.
4
Make the dressing by combing all the dressing ingredients in a bowl; mix well and chill as well, about 30 minutes.
5
Arrange the lettuce leaves in 4 old-fashioned champagne style cups or sherbet glasses so that they line the sides of the glass.
6
Drain the shrimp and mix gently with the dressing.
7
Place the coated shrimp in the lettuce lined cups and serve garnished with chopped parsley if you like.

4122

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

935

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 34 lb frozen cooked shrimp, defrosted, 12 lemon, juice of, 1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granule, black pepper, freshly ground, and more.

Yes, Blue Cheese Shrimp Cocktail falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Blue Cheese Shrimp Cocktail

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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