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Poached Shrimp Cocktail Recipe

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 300
A refreshing and elegant shrimp cocktail, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

Seafood

  • 2 pounds jumbo easy-peel shrimp (16-20 count per pound)
  • 3 quarts water
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 8 whole peppercorns
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 leaf bay leaf
  • 1 cup ketchup
  • 1/4 cup creamy horseradish sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 2-3 dashes hot sauce

Instructions 

  • In a large pot, combine water, salt, peppercorns, lemon, garlic, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil.
  • Add shrimp to the boiling water and cook for 2-3 minutes until pink and opaque.
  • Remove shrimp and place in an ice bath to stop cooking.
  • In a bowl, mix ketchup, horseradish, Worcestershire, lemon juice, and hot sauce.
  • Serve shrimp chilled with the cocktail sauce.

Notes

For extra flavor, let the shrimp marinate in the cocktail sauce for a few minutes before serving.
Calories: 300kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Keyword: shrimp