Classic Shrimp Cocktail - a delicious and easy shrimp cocktail recipe (with cocktail sauce recipe) - the perfect appetizer for any occasion!
Ingredients
Shrimp Cocktail Sauce:
1/2cupketchup
2-3tablespoonsprepared horseradish
1/4cupchili sauce
1tablespoonlemon juice
1/2teaspoonworcestershire sauce
1teaspoonhot sauceoptional
Shrimp:
1poundjumbo shrimpshelled/tail-on
2-3lemon slices
2teaspoonsOld Bay Seasoning
1-2teaspoonskosher salt
Instructions
Combine the Shrimp Cocktail Sauce ingredients in a small mixing bowl. Stir to combine. Taste and add any additional horseradish, as desired. Set aside.
Bring a large pot of water to boil (leave enough room in the pot to add the shrimp).
Fill a large mixing bowl with cold water and add ice (this is your ice bath to stop the shrimp from cooking). Set next to the stove.
Add the lemon slices, Old Bay Seasoning and salt to the pot of boiling water. Stir to combine.
Add shrimp and let cook 1-2 minutes or until fully cooked.
Remove with a slotted spoon and place directly into the ice bath. Let cool 5 minutes.
Remove from ice bath and place on a shallow bowl filled with ice.
Serve with Shrimp Cocktail Sauce and lemon wedges.
Notes
Make Ahead: Make this appetizer up to 24 hours in advanced. Put the sauce and shrimp in separate airtight containers and store in the fridge until you're ready to serve.
Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.