Shrimp cocktail is a classic seafood appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. It is made with cooked shrimp that is chilled and served with a tangy cocktail sauce. The shrimp can be cooked in a variety of ways, but the most popular methods are boiling and steaming. The cocktail sauce is typically made with ketchup, horseradish, lemon juice, and Worcestershire sauce. There are many variations on the classic shrimp cocktail recipe, including those that add avocado, cucumber, or even mango. In this article, we will provide recipes for three different shrimp cocktail variations:
* **Classic Shrimp Cocktail:** This recipe is for the classic shrimp cocktail made with cooked shrimp, cocktail sauce, and lemon wedges.
* **Avocado Shrimp Cocktail:** This recipe adds avocado to the classic shrimp cocktail for a creamy and refreshing twist.
* **Mango Shrimp Cocktail:** This recipe uses mango instead of avocado for a tropical twist on the classic shrimp cocktail.
No matter which recipe you choose, you are sure to enjoy this delicious and easy-to-make appetizer.
SHRIMP COCKTAIL RECIPE WITH THE BEST SAUCE
Impress your guests with this homemade Shrimp Cocktail Recipe. Learn how to make the best oven-baked shrimp and zesty cocktail sauce in just 15 minutes. This is so much better than a store-bought shrimp ring.
Provided by Natasha of NatashasKitchen.com
Categories Easy
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Thaw shrimp according to package instructions, then rinse under cold water and thoroughly pat dry with paper towels. Place shrimp on a large rimmed baking sheet, drizzle with 1 1/2 Tbsp olive oil and sprinkle on 1/2 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Stir to combine then arrange shrimp in a single layer.
- Bake at 450˚F for 8-10 min or until shrimp turn pink and are just cooked through.* As soon as they come out of the oven, test a shrimp for doneness then transfer all shrimp to a serving platter. If they stay on the hot baking sheet, they can get overcooked.
- Combine all of the Cocktail Sauce ingredients, adding horseradish and hot sauce to taste (Add more if you love cocktail sauce with a spicy kick and less if you prefer a mild sauce). Cover and refrigerate sauce and shrimp for at least an hour or overnight. Serve chilled.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 143 kcal, Carbohydrate 8 g, Protein 19 g, Fat 3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 229 mg, Sodium 1143 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 5 g, ServingSize 1 serving
SHRIMP COCKTAIL WITH TOMATILLO-HORSERADISH SAUCE
Provided by Bobby Flay
Categories appetizer
Time 1h50m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Fill a medium saucepan with 2 quarts cold water. Add the salt, coriander, peppercorns and lemon wedges, squeezing the juice into the pot first, and bring to a boil. Let boil for 5 minutes. Reduce the heat to a simmer, add the shrimp, and simmer for about 4 minutes, or until just cooked through. Drain the shrimp in a colander, transfer to a bowl, cover and let chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
- When shrimp is chilled, serve with dipping sauce.
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
- Place tomatillos, onion, garlic, and jalapeno on a half-sheet pan, toss with the oil, and season with salt and pepper. Cook until the mixture is soft, but do not allow it to color, about 15 to 20 minutes. Transfer to a food processor and process until smooth. Add the vinegar, honey, horseradish, and cilantro and pulse just to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Scrape into a bowl, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
GRILLED SHRIMP COCKTAIL WITH HORSERADISH CREAM DIPPING SAUCE
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories appetizer
Time 16m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat a grill pan over medium high heat.
- Loosen shells of shrimp and butterfly them cutting down the devein line of the back of the shrimp. Toss shrimp with 1 teaspoon coarse salt. Combine melted butter with lemon juice and zest. Using a pastry brush, cover shrimps with lemon butter and set on hot grill. Grill shrimp 3 to 4 minutes on each side, until pink and firm.
- In a bowl, combine bread crumbs, horseradish, cream and salt. Let the cream soak into the bread crumbs 2 minutes. Loosen bread crumbs with a fork. Stir in cayenne sauce or cayenne and combine with sour cream. Spoon equal amounts of sauce into ramekins on individual plates or a dip bowl in the center or 1 large platter.
- Arrange 5 grilled shrimp down the center of 1 leaf of romaine lettuce. Serve shrimp with seafood forks alongside dipping sauce.
SHRIMP WITH COCKTAIL SAUCE
Steps:
- Cut the lemon in half and add it to a large pot of boiling salted water. Add the shrimp and cook, uncovered, for only 3 minutes, until the shrimp are just cooked through. Remove with a slotted spoon to a bowl of cool water. When the shrimp are cool enough to handle, peel and devein them. Keep cold until ready to serve.
- For the cocktail sauce, combine the chili sauce, ketchup, horseradish, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce. Serve with the shrimp.
HERBED HORSERADISH SHRIMP COCKTAIL SAUCE
Provided by Aida Mollenkamp
Categories appetizer
Time 5m
Yield 1 1/2 cups of Sauce
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Combine ingredients in a small nonreactive bowl and mix until smooth. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper, as desired. (Can be made up to 1 day ahead, covered and refrigerated.)
- Serve with cooked and chilled shrimp.
CHEF JOHN'S SHRIMP COCKTAIL
Before I knew much about food or dining out, I knew that if they brought shrimp cocktails to the table as an appetizer, we were eating at a 'fancy' restaurant. I'm sure I enjoyed the shrimp, but what I really loved was dipping the crackers in the spicy, horseradish-spiked cocktail sauce.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Seafood Shrimp
Time 50m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Stir water, onion, lemon, garlic, tarragon, seafood seasoning, peppercorns, and bay leaf together in a large pot; bring to a simmer and cook until flavors blend, about 15 minutes.
- Whisk ketchup, chili sauce, horseradish, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, and salt together in a bowl; refrigerate until chilled, at least 15 minutes.
- Bring poaching liquid to a rapid boil. Cook the shrimp in the boiling liquid until they are bright pink on the outside and the meat is no longer transparent in the center, about 5 minutes. Transfer shrimp to a bowl of ice water and immerse in ice water until cold; drain. Arrange cold shrimp on a platter and serve with chilled sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 305.6 calories, Carbohydrate 18.9 g, Cholesterol 345 mg, Fat 4.3 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 47.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 1414.9 mg, Sugar 10.4 g
GRILLED-SHRIMP COCKTAIL WITH ORANGE-HORSERADISH SAUCE
Grilled shrimp cocktail is a festive and easy-to-make apppetizer for entertaining. The dipping sauce gets its invigorating flavor from horseradish and fresh orange juice.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers
Yield Sauce makes 1 1/3 cups
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a bowl, mix orange juice, orange zest, sour cream, vinegar, and horseradish; stir to combine. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Cover orange-horseradish sauce, and chill at last 1 hour, or overnight.
- Heat grill or grill pan to medium-hot. Drizzle shrimp with olive oil, and toss to coat. Arrange shrimp on grill, working in batches if necessary. Grill until pink and developing golden-brown marks, about 3 minutes per side. Remove from heat. Serve shrimp with orange-horseradish sauce.
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality shrimp. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your cocktail.
- Cook the shrimp properly. Overcooked shrimp will be tough and chewy. Cook them until they are just opaque and pink.
- Make your own cocktail sauce. It's easy to do and much tastier than store-bought sauce.
- Chill the cocktail sauce before serving. This will help it to thicken and develop its flavor.
- Serve the shrimp cocktail with plenty of ice. This will keep them cold and refreshing.
- Garnish the shrimp cocktail with fresh herbs, such as dill or parsley. This will add a pop of color and flavor.
Conclusion:
Shrimp cocktail is a classic appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make, delicious, and always a crowd-pleaser. So next time you're looking for a simple but elegant appetizer, give shrimp cocktail a try. You won't be disappointed.
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