Best 3 Shrimp Cocktail Recipe Easy Recipes

Shrimp cocktail is a classic appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. It is made with cooked shrimp, a tangy cocktail sauce, and fresh lemon juice. The shrimp are typically served chilled, and they can be garnished with a variety of herbs and spices.

This article includes three different recipes for shrimp cocktail. The first recipe is a classic shrimp cocktail recipe that is made with a traditional cocktail sauce. The second recipe is a spicy shrimp cocktail recipe that is made with a spicy cocktail sauce. The third recipe is a avocado shrimp cocktail recipe that is made with a creamy avocado sauce.

All three of these recipes are easy to make and can be prepared in under 30 minutes. They are also all delicious and refreshing, and they are sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

SHRIMP COCKTAIL

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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories appetizer

Time 38m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

Ingredients

10 cups cold water
2 medium carrots, quartered
2 stalks celery, quartered
1 large onion, quartered
1 head garlic, halved
1 lemon, halved
1/2 bunch parsley
5 sprigs fresh thyme
2 bay leaves
1 pound medium or large shrimp, in the shell, rinsed
1 tablespoon kosher salt
Cocktail Sauce, recipe follows
Lemon wedges
1 cup ketchup
1 lemon, zest finely grated and juiced
4 teaspoons prepared horseradish, or to taste, drained
1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Hot sauce, to taste

Steps:

Put the water, carrot, celery, onion, garlic, lemon, parsley, thyme, and bay leaves in a pot and bring to a boil over high heat. Lower the heat to a simmer, set a cover on top slightly ajar, and cook for 10 to 30 minutes.
Drop the shrimp into the liquid and turn off the heat. Cook the shrimp, stirring occasionally, until they curl and turn pink, about 2 to 2 1/2 minutes for medium shrimp, 3 minutes for large ones. Drain and cool to room temperature. Peel the shrimp and remove the vein along the curve of the shrimp, if desired. Refrigerate if not serving right away. If refrigerated, bring the shrimp to room temperature 20 minutes before serving.
To serve put the cocktail sauce in a medium bowl and surround with the shrimp, or loop the shrimp over the edge of an individual cocktail glass and top with the sauce. Garnish with the lemon and serve.
Optional Tip: To de-vein the shrimp before cooking, hold a shrimp between the thumb and forefinger with the rounded side of the shrimp upward. Place the pointed end of a wooden skewer at the junction of the second and third segments of the shrimp shell, about 1/8-inch down from the top. Gently push the skewer through the shell and then lift up to remove the vein.
Combine the ketchup, lemon zest and juice, horseradish, and Worcestershire sauce in a small bowl. Add hot sauce, if desired. Mix well, then refrigerate until ready to serve.
Yield: 1 1/2 cups

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

Ingredients

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.

SIMPLE SHRIMP COCKTAIL SAUCE

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Make and share this Simple Shrimp Cocktail Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by MizzNezz

Categories Sauces

Time 5m

Yield 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 3

Ingredients

2 cups catsup
2 tablespoons ground horseradish
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

Mix all ingredients in a jar.
Mix well.
Serve with cooked and cooled shrimp.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 249.9, Fat 0.9, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 2923.5, Carbohydrate 65.2, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 57.2, Protein 4.2

Tips:

Use fresh, high-quality shrimp. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your shrimp cocktail.
Cook the shrimp properly. Overcooked shrimp are tough and rubbery. Cook them just until they turn pink and opaque.
Use a good cocktail sauce. There are many different recipes for cocktail sauce, so find one that you like and stick with it.
Chill the shrimp and cocktail sauce before serving. This will help to keep them cold and refreshing.
Garnish your shrimp cocktail with lemon wedges, cocktail picks, and fresh herbs. This will make it look and taste even more delicious.

Conclusion:

Shrimp cocktail is a classic appetizer that is always a hit at parties and gatherings. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With a little planning and effort, you can make a shrimp cocktail that will impress your guests and leave them wanting more.