Classic Shrimp Cocktail

Indulge in a timeless classic with this elegant shrimp cocktail. Plump, chilled shrimp are perfectly paired with a zesty homemade cocktail sauce, making it the ideal appetizer to impress your guests.

Cocktail
easy 15 min 250 cal
Steps

1. Fill a medium pot with water and bring to a boil. Add a pinch of salt. 2. Add the shrimp to the boiling water and cook for 2-3 minutes or until they turn pink and opaque. 3. Remove the shrimp from the pot and immediately place them in an ice bath to stop the cooking process. 4. In a small bowl, combine ketchup, horseradish, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to make the cocktail sauce. 5. Arrange the chilled shrimp in a circle on a serving platter around a small bowl of the cocktail sauce. 6. Garnish with lemon wedges and fresh parsley for a pop of color.

Ingredients

8-10 large shrimp, peeled and deveined 1/4 cup ketchup 1 tablespoon horseradish 1 teaspoon lemon juice Salt and pepper to taste Lemon wedges for garnish Fresh parsley for garnish

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