Retro Shrimp Marie Cocktail Shots Recipe

Name: Retro Shrimp Marie Cocktail Shots
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 12 lbs peeled cooked shrimp or 1 12 lbs prawns, chilled; 4 tablespoons fresh squeezed lemon juice; 4 tablespoons tomato ketchup; 4 tablespoons mayonnaise; ½ teaspoon Tabasco sauce (or to taste); Worcestershire sauce, a few drops (or to taste); 1 ½ cups fresh mixed mesclun lettuce leaves; 1 firm ripe avocado, diced; 2 tablespoons snipped fresh coriander; 2 tablespoons snipped fresh chives; sour cream, to serve; cracked pink peppercorns; paprika; additional fresh coriander, to garnish; additional fresh chives, to garnish; 8 fresh lemon wedges (optional, to decorate)

Servings: persons

1 12 lbs peeled cooked shrimp or 1 12 lbs prawns, chilled
4 tablespoons fresh squeezed lemon juice
4 tablespoons tomato ketchup
4 tablespoons mayonnaise
½ teaspoon Tabasco sauce (or to taste)
Worcestershire sauce, a few drops (or to taste)
1 ½ cups fresh mixed mesclun lettuce leaves
1 firm ripe avocado, diced
2 tablespoons snipped fresh coriander
2 tablespoons snipped fresh chives
sour cream, to serve
cracked pink peppercorns
paprika
additional fresh coriander, to garnish
additional fresh chives, to garnish
8 fresh lemon wedges (optional, to decorate)

1
Reserve 8 shrimp for decoration.
2
In a bowl stir together the ketchup, mayonnaise, Tabasco Sauce, Worcestershire Sauce, and lemon juice.
3
Cover and chill for several hours.
4
Taste and adjust seasonings, if necessary.
5
When ready to serve, line 8 chilled cocktail glasses (or use large shot glasses) with baby lettuce leaves.
6
Add a layer of diced avocados, if using, and sprinkle with snipped coriander and chives.
7
Arrange several shrimp (about 5) in each glass.
8
The amount of shrimp depends on what size they are.
9
Spoon on the cocktail sauce and lightly mix through the shrimp.
10
Finish each cocktail with a small dollop of sour cream.
11
Sprinkle lightly with cracked pink pepper and paprika.
12
Sprinkle with additional coriander and chives, and garnish with a shrimp over the edge of the glass.
13
Add a lemon wedge, if desired - although the cocktail sauce should be lemony enough!

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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

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 12 lbs peeled cooked shrimp or 1 12 lbs prawns, chilled, 4 tablespoons fresh squeezed lemon juice, 4 tablespoons tomato ketchup, 4 tablespoons mayonnaise, and more.

Yes, Retro Shrimp Marie Cocktail Shots 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!

Retro Shrimp Marie Cocktail Shots

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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