Shrimp Cocktail with Rocoto Chile Dipping Sauce

Name: Shrimp Cocktail with Rocoto Chile Dipping Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups prepared chili sauce (store bought); 1 1/2 cups ketchup; 1 lemon, juiced, plus 2 lemons, halved; 1 tablespoon sugar; 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce; 1/2 cup prepared horseradish; 2 tablespoon rocoto Peruvian chile paste; 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro; 4 tablespoons pickling spices; 2 tablespoons hot pepper sauce; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 10 (jumbo or U-10 size) shrimp, peeled and deveined, with tail still attached

Servings: persons

1 1/2 cups prepared chili sauce (store bought)
1 1/2 cups ketchup
1 lemon, juiced, plus 2 lemons, halved
1 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1/2 cup prepared horseradish
2 tablespoon rocoto Peruvian chile paste
1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
4 tablespoons pickling spices
2 tablespoons hot pepper sauce
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
10 (jumbo or U-10 size) shrimp, peeled and deveined, with tail still attached

1
Prepare the cocktail sauce in a large bowl.
2
Combine the chili sauce, ketchup, lemon juice, sugar, Worcestershire sauce, horseradish, rocoto chile paste, and cilantro, mix well with a rubber spatula, and set aside.
3
In a large saucepot, fill with water and add the pickling spices, lemon halves, and hot pepper sauce and a generous amount of salt and pepper.
4
Bring to a boil.
5
Skewer the shrimp, from tail to top, 5 per skewer, and add the shrimp to the boiling water.
6
Cook for 5 minutes, remove from the water, plunge into an ice bath, and refresh for 5 minutes until the shrimp are completely cool.
7
Serve on a platter with a bowl of the dipping sauce in the middle.

369

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Protein

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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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 cups prepared chili sauce (store bought), 1 1/2 cups ketchup, 1 lemon, juiced, plus 2 lemons, halved, 1 tablespoon sugar, and more.

Yes, Shrimp Cocktail with Rocoto Chile Dipping Sauce 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!