Shrimp Cocktail Recipe

Name: Shrimp Cocktail
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/3 cup sweet chili sauce (such as Heinz); 1/4 cup ketchup; Juice of 1 lemon; 2 tablespoons horseradish, drained; 1 teaspoon hot sauce; 1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce; Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper; 2 bay leaves; 1 lemon, quartered, plus wedges for serving; 1 tablespoon black peppercorns; 1 tablespoon coriander seeds; Kosher salt; 1 pound (about 24) large shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails intact

Servings: persons

1/3 cup sweet chili sauce (such as Heinz)
1/4 cup ketchup
Juice of 1 lemon
2 tablespoons horseradish, drained
1 teaspoon hot sauce
1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2 bay leaves
1 lemon, quartered, plus wedges for serving
1 tablespoon black peppercorns
1 tablespoon coriander seeds
Kosher salt
1 pound (about 24) large shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails intact

1
Make the cocktail sauce: Combine the chili sauce, ketchup, lemon juice, horseradish, hot sauce and Worcestershire sauce in a small bowl.
2
Season with salt and pepper.
3
Refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.
4
Make the shrimp: Combine 8 cups water, the bay leaves, quartered lemon, peppercorns, coriander seeds and 2 tablespoons salt in a large saucepan.
5
Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium low and add the shrimp.
6
Simmer until the shrimp curl slightly and are just cooked through, about 4 minutes.
7
Remove the shrimp to a plate with a slotted spoon; refrigerate until chilled, about 1 hour.
8
Serve with the cocktail sauce and lemon wedges.
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Photograph by Ryan Dausch

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/3 cup sweet chili sauce (such as Heinz), 1/4 cup ketchup, Juice of 1 lemon, 2 tablespoons horseradish, drained, and more.

Yes, 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.

Shrimp Cocktail

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