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Shrimp cocktail with lemon and dipping sauce on a white plate.

SHRIMP COCKTAIL

Sana Umer
Shrimp Cocktail is a classic appetizer featuring chilled shrimp served with zesty cocktail sauce. Perfect for parties, holidays, or a light and elegant starter.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 120 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp:

  • 1 lb shrimp peeled, deveined, cooked
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cloves garlic smashed

For the Cocktail Sauce:

  • ½ cup ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons horseradish prepared
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice fresh
  • ½ teaspoon hot sauce optional

Instructions
 

Cook Shrimp:

  • Bring water, salt, lemon slices, and garlic to a boil. Add shrimp and cook for 2–3 minutes until pink and opaque. Drain and chill.

Make Cocktail Sauce:

  • In a bowl, combine ketchup, horseradish, lemon juice, and hot sauce. Mix well.

Serve:

  • Arrange chilled shrimp on a platter or in individual glasses with cocktail sauce. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Make Ahead: Shrimp can be cooked and chilled a few hours in advance.
  • Tip: Adjust horseradish and hot sauce to taste.
  • Serving Suggestion: Serve with lemon wedges and fresh parsley.
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