How do I make a sea-fresh shrimp cocktail?

Dive into a refreshing seafood experience with our 'sea-fresh shrimp cocktail' recipe! Tangy, zesty, and oh-so-satisfying, it's a taste of the ocean.

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I make a sea-fresh shrimp cocktail. Items include: shrimp ketchup horseradish lemon juice Worcestershire sauce hot sauce salt parsley

shrimp 1 pound
ketchup 1/4 cup
horseradish 1 tablespoon
lemon juice 1 tablespoon
Worcestershire sauce 1 teaspoon
hot sauce a few dashes
salt to taste
parsley for garnish

Take note
Remember to handle raw shrimp carefully and avoid any cross-contamination with other ingredients. Also, keep in mind that seafood allergies are a real thing, so make sure your guests are in the clear before you dive into this recipe.

1

Peeling and deveining the shrimp

Start by grabbing your shrimp and giving them a good rinse under cold water. Gently peel off the shells, leaving the tails intact. Now, it's time to devein your shrimp. Use a sharp knife to make a shallow cut along the back of each shrimp, revealing the vein. Simply pull it out with your fingers or use the tip of your knife to lift it out. Repeat this process with all the shrimp in the batch.

2

Cooking the shrimp

Fill a large pot with water and bring it to a rolling boil. Add a generous pinch of salt to the boiling water, then carefully drop in the deveined shrimp. Let them cook for about 2-3 minutes until they turn pink and opaque. Don't overcook them or they'll become rubbery. Once cooked, drain the shrimp and immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Let them chill for a few minutes.

3

Preparing the cocktail sauce

In a small bowl, mix together ketchup, horseradish, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce (optional), and a pinch of salt. Give it a good stir to combine all the flavors. Taste it and adjust the seasonings according to your preference. If you like it tangier, add more lemon juice; if you want it spicier, go wild with the hot sauce.

4

Assembling the shrimp cocktail

Grab your chilled shrimp and arrange them in a lovely cocktail glass or bowl. Add a dollop of the tangy cocktail sauce on top of the shrimp and garnish with a sprig of fresh parsley. Voila! Your sea-fresh shrimp cocktail is ready to be devoured!