Cafe Atlantic's Shrimp Cocktail Recipe

Name: Cafe Atlantic's Shrimp Cocktail Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 c. tomato juice; 1/2 c. ketchup; 1/2 c. prepared horseradish; 1/4 c. minced cilantro; 1/2 c. chopped jalapenos - (abt 4 seeded); 1/2 c. minced red onion; 3 Tbsp. lime juice; 1/2 tsp salt Freshly-grnd black pepper to taste; 2 lb large shrimp - (32 to 42 shrimp); 3 quart water; 1 x onion peeled, quartered; 2 x heads garlic halved horizontally Juice of 1/2 lime; 1 x bay leaf; 1 1/2 Tbsp. salt; 4 x avocados; 1 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil; 1 Tbsp. freshly-squeezed lime juice Salt to taste Freshly-grnd black pepper to taste; 2 c. mixed baby greens

Servings: persons

2 c. tomato juice
1/2 c. ketchup
1/2 c. prepared horseradish
1/4 c. minced cilantro
1/2 c. chopped jalapenos - (abt 4 seeded)
1/2 c. minced red onion
3 Tbsp. lime juice
1/2 tsp salt Freshly-grnd black pepper to taste
2 lb large shrimp - (32 to 42 shrimp)
3 quart water
1 x onion peeled, quartered
2 x heads garlic halved horizontally Juice of 1/2 lime
1 x bay leaf
1 1/2 Tbsp. salt
4 x avocados
1 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
1 Tbsp. freshly-squeezed lime juice Salt to taste Freshly-grnd black pepper to taste
2 c. mixed baby greens

1
Cocktail Sauce: Mix the tomato juice, ketchup, horseradish, cilantro, jalapenos, onion, lime juice, salt and pepper.
2
Chill till ready to use.
3
(Can be made several days ahead.)
4
Shrimp: Peel and devein the shrimp, leaving the tails in place.
5
Fill a large pot with the water and add in the onion, garlic, lime juice, bay leaf and salt.
6
Bring to a boil, then turn down heat and simmer for 15 to 20 min.
7
Bring the water back to a boil and cook the shrimp just till pink, 2 to 3 min.
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Don't overcook.
9
Drain and chill.
10
Assembly: Cut the avocados into three-fourths-inch pcs.
11
Place in a bowl and gently toss with the extra virgin olive oil, lime juice, salt and pepper.
12
To serve, spoon about one-third c. cocktail sauce into each of 6 large martini glasses.
13
Place 3 or possibly 4 lettuce leaves on top of the sauce, followed by 7 or possibly 8 pcs of avocado.
14
Put 6 shrimp around each glass with tails hanging over the edge.
15
This recipe yields 6 servings.
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Comments: The chef notes which the cocktail sauce can also be used to marinate the cooked shrimp overnight.

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* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 c. tomato juice, 1/2 c. ketchup, 1/2 c. prepared horseradish, 1/4 c. minced cilantro, and more.

Yes, Cafe Atlantic's Shrimp Cocktail Recipe 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!