Shrimp Cocktail Recipe

Name: Shrimp Cocktail
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 cups water; 1/2 cup kosher salt; 1/2 cup sugar; 36 shell-on medium-large shrimp; 1 cup ice; 16 cups water; 1 tablespoon kosher salt; 1 tablespoon black peppercorns; 2 bay leaves, preferably fresh; 1 lemon, halved; Wasabi Cocktail Sauce, recipe follows; 1 cup chili sauce; 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice; 1 tablespoon prepared wasabi or horseradish; 1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Servings: persons

4 cups water
1/2 cup kosher salt
1/2 cup sugar
36 shell-on medium-large shrimp
1 cup ice
16 cups water
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon black peppercorns
2 bay leaves, preferably fresh
1 lemon, halved
Wasabi Cocktail Sauce, recipe follows
1 cup chili sauce
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 tablespoon prepared wasabi or horseradish
1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

1
Make the brine: In a large bowl, whisk together the water, salt, and sugar until dissolved.
2
Add the shrimp and ice and let soak for 20 to 30 minutes.
3
Drain.
4
Meanwhile, make the court bouillon: In a large saucepan, combine the water, salt, peppercorns and bay leaves.
5
Squeeze the lemon juice into the water, add the lemon halves, and bring to a boil
6
Add the shrimp to the water and cook until they just turn opaque, about 3 minutes.
7
Drain the shrimp, transfer to a baking sheet, and let cool.
8
When the shrimp are cool enough to handle, peel and de-vein them and chill in the refrigerator.
9
When ready to serve, divide the cocktail sauce among 4 martini glasses and hang the shrimp around the rims.
10
Serve immediately.
11
In a medium bowl, whisk together all the ingredients.
12
Store in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

999

kcal

Calories

Carbs

216

Protein

Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 cups water, 1/2 cup kosher salt, 1/2 cup sugar, 36 shell-on medium-large shrimp, 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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