The Shrimp Cocktail

1. 1

   Using a pair of scissors or a serrated knife, make an incision down the backside of the shrimp, following the intestinal track.

2. 2

   Eviscerate shrimp and rinse under cool water leaving shells intact.

3. 3

   Place cleaned shrimp into a bowl with brine and refrigerate mixture for 20 to 25 minutes.

4. 4

   While shrimp are brining, place tomatoes, chili sauce, horseradish, sugar, pepper, and salt in food processor and blend until smooth.

5. 5

   Refrigerate cocktail sauce until ready to serve.

6. 6

   Place a baking sheet or broiler pan under oven broiler and preheat for 5 minutes.

7. 7

   Remove shrimp from brine and drain thoroughly.

8. 8

   Rinse the shrimp under cold water and dry on paper towels.

9. 9

   In a large bowl, toss shrimp with olive oil and sprinkle with Old Bay seasoning, if desired.

10. 10

    Place shrimp onto a sizzling sheet pan and return to broiler immediately.

11. 11

    After 2 minutes, turn the shrimp with a pair of tongs.

12. 12

    Return the shrimp to broiler for 1 minute.

13. 13

    Transfer to a cold cookie sheet.

14. 14

    Refrigerate immediately.

15. 15

    Once shrimp have chilled, arrange with cocktail sauce in a martini glass or as desired.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.