SHRIMP COCKTAIL

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During the '60s, shrimp cocktail was one of the most popular party foods around. And it is still a crowd favorite. It's the one appetizer that I serve for every special occasion as well as for munchie meals. -Peggy Allen, Pasadena, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield about 6 dozen (1-1/4 cups sauce).

Number Of Ingredients 17

3 quarts water
1 small onion, sliced
1/2 medium lemon, sliced
2 sprigs fresh parsley
1 tablespoon salt
5 whole peppercorns
1 bay leaf
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
3 pounds uncooked large shrimp, peeled and deveined (tails on)
SAUCE:
1 cup chili sauce
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons prepared horseradish
4 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
Dash cayenne pepper
Lemon wedges, optional

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, combine the first 8 ingredients; bring to a boil. Add shrimp. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until shrimp turn pink, 4-5 minutes. , Drain shrimp and immediately rinse in cold water. Refrigerate until cold, 2-3 hours. In a small bowl, combine the sauce ingredients. Refrigerate until serving. , Arrange shrimp on a serving platter; serve with sauce. If desired, serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 59 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 66mg cholesterol, Sodium 555mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 9g protein.

John Burnett
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This shrimp cocktail is a refreshing and delicious appetizer. The sauce is tangy and flavorful, and the shrimp are cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


kaniya Akther
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This shrimp cocktail is a great way to use up leftover shrimp. The sauce is simple to make and the shrimp are cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Eyouel Berhe
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This shrimp cocktail is a delicious and healthy appetizer that is perfect for any party. The sauce is light and flavorful, and the shrimp are cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Jenni A
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This shrimp cocktail is a simple and elegant appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. The sauce is delicious and the shrimp are cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Hikmat Baloch
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This shrimp cocktail is a quick and easy appetizer that is perfect for any party. The sauce is delicious and the shrimp are cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Nature Beauty
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This shrimp cocktail is a refreshing and delicious appetizer. The sauce is tangy and flavorful, and the shrimp are cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


susan wojtylo
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This shrimp cocktail is a great way to use up leftover shrimp. The sauce is simple to make and the shrimp are cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Shafia Ijaz
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This shrimp cocktail is easy to make and it tastes great. The sauce is tangy and flavorful, and the shrimp are cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Chioma Loveth
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I followed the recipe exactly and the shrimp cocktail turned out great. The sauce is a little spicy, but I like that. I will definitely be making this again.


Sohag V S Sheikh
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This shrimp cocktail is amazing! The sauce is flavorful and the shrimp are cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.


Tamaam Suud
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I've made this shrimp cocktail several times and it's always a hit. The sauce is so good and the shrimp are cooked perfectly. I highly recommend this recipe.


Masood Ul Haq
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This shrimp cocktail is the perfect appetizer for any party. It's easy to make, it's delicious, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Hatem Khan
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I'm not a big fan of seafood, but I really enjoyed this shrimp cocktail. The sauce is delicious and the shrimp are cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Sks Mirza
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This shrimp cocktail is easy to make and it tastes great. The sauce is tangy and flavorful, and the shrimp are cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Ava Vybz
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I made this shrimp cocktail for my family and they loved it. The sauce is so flavorful and the shrimp are cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Chase Manna
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I followed the recipe exactly and the shrimp cocktail turned out great. The sauce is a little spicy, but I like that. I will definitely be making this again.


Jon Gemar
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This is the best shrimp cocktail I have ever had. The sauce is amazing and the shrimp are cooked to perfection.


Rana Touqeer
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I made this shrimp cocktail for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! The sauce is so good, I could drink it.


Abdulgafar Mumin
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This shrimp cocktail was a hit at my party! The sauce was tangy and flavorful, and the shrimp were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


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