**Indulge in the Classic Elegance of Shrimp Cocktail, Enhanced with Three Delectable Sauces**
Shrimp cocktail, a timeless appetizer or light meal, captivates taste buds with its succulent shrimp, crisp vegetables, and zesty sauce. This article presents three exquisite variations of shrimp cocktail sauce, each offering a unique flavor profile to complement the delicate sweetness of the shrimp. From the classic cocktail sauce, a harmonious blend of ketchup, horseradish, and lemon juice, to the creamy avocado sauce, infused with ripe avocado, tangy lime, and a hint of cilantro, and the spicy chipotle sauce, boasting a smoky heat from chipotle peppers and a touch of sweetness from honey, these sauces elevate the shrimp cocktail experience to new heights. Whether you prefer a traditional taste or crave a bolder, more adventurous flavor, these recipes will guide you in crafting the perfect shrimp cocktail that delights your palate and impresses your guests.
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.
STEAKHOUSE SHRIMP COCKTAIL WITH SISTER SAUCES
Provided by Valerie Bertinelli
Categories appetizer
Time 25m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Poach the shrimp: Add 6 cups of water to a medium-sized saucepan. Squeeze the lemon juice into the saucepan and then add in the lemon halves as well. Add the parsley sprigs, garlic, 1 teaspoon salt and peppercorns and bring to a simmer. Once the water is simmering, add the shrimp and cook until just opaque, 3 to 4 minutes. Remove the shrimp from the poaching liquid and chill completely.
- To serve: Cover a platter with crushed ice and arrange the shrimp on top. Serve with the Spicy Cocktail and Lemon-Basil cocktail sauces.
- Add the ketchup, chipotle, horseradish and lemon juice to a small bowl and whisk to combine.
- Add the sour cream, mayonnaise, basil, lemon zest, 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper to a small bowl and whisk to combine.
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
SHRIMP COCKTAIL
This method for a beloved appetizer maximizes flavor by gently poaching shrimp in a deeply seasoned broth of salt, chile powder and celery seeds. Rather than wash away all the spices with a rinse or a plunge in an ice bath, you stop the cooking by pouring ice directly into the hot bath. For dipping, go for a classic cocktail sauce with the sharp brightness of lemon and horseradish, or a simple garlicky dill butter, which makes the shrimp taste somehow of lobster, or a comforting, warmly spiced honey mustard, because you always need a creamy option. Enjoy the plump shrimp with your favorite sauce - or all three.
Provided by Eric Kim
Categories finger foods, seafood, appetizer
Time 15m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 25
Steps:
- Make the shrimp: In a large bowl, toss together the shrimp and 2 teaspoons salt, and set aside. Keep the 8 cups ice nearby, either in another large bowl or directly in the icemaker tray of your refrigerator.
- Meanwhile, fill a large pot with 8 cups water, 1/2 cup salt, the chile powder and celery seeds, and bring to a boil. Remove the pot from the heat and add the shrimp to the hot liquid, stirring occasionally, until just cooked through and no longer translucent on the inside, 2 to 3 minutes.
- Immediately dump the ice into the pot to stop the cooking, stirring occasionally, until the liquid is cool to warm or room temperature, about 1 minute. Pour the contents of the pot into a colander in the sink, then transfer the drained, celery seed-dotted shrimp to a large platter and refrigerate until ready to eat. Cut the lemons into quarters lengthwise, then cut each piece in half crosswise.
- Make the cocktail sauce: In a small bowl, stir the ketchup, lemon juice, horseradish and garlic to combine, and season to taste with salt, pepper and Tabasco sauce.
- Make the garlicky dill butter: Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium-low heat or in the microwave. Add the garlic, dill, lemon juice and sugar to a small bowl and stir in the hot melted butter. Season generously with salt and pepper.
- Make the curried honey mustard: In a small bowl, stir the mayonnaise, mustard, honey, lemon juice, curry powder and cayenne to combine. Season to taste with salt and pepper. All three sauces can be stored in separate airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. (The dill butter will need to be reheated in the microwave or on the stove over medium-low heat until liquid again.)
- To serve, cover a large platter with cubed or crushed ice, top with the poached and cooled shrimp and scatter the lemon pieces all over. Serve with one or more of the dipping sauces on the side.
SHRIMP COCKTAIL WITH THREE SAUCES
At your next family dinner, serve shrimp cocktail with not one but three easy, crowd-pleasing dipping sauces-mango-basil, remoulade, and tomato-horseradish.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- Make the shrimp: Prepare an ice-water bath. Bring a large pot of generously salted water to a boil. Boil shrimp until opaque, 3 to 4 minutes. Drain, and transfer to ice-water bath to cool. Drain, and refrigerate.
- Make the mango-basil sauce: Pulse mangoes, lemon rind and juice, vinegar, salt, and white pepper in a food processor until smooth. Fold in basil. (Sauce can be refrigerated for up to 1 day.)
- Make the tomato-horseradish sauce: Stir together chili sauce, horseradish, and lemon juice. Season with black pepper. (Sauce can be refrigerated for up to 1 week.)
- Make the remoulade: Whisk together mayonnaise, ketchup, and mustard. Stir in celery, parsley, and scallion. Season with black pepper. Serve immediately (or refrigerate for up to 1 day).
- Place shell-on shrimp in a large bowl, or peel shrimp and arrange in small serving dishes. Serve with the 3 sauces on the side.
Tips:
- Use fresh, large shrimp for the best flavor and texture.
- Cook the shrimp just until they are pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes.
- Chill the shrimp for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
- Make the cocktail sauce ahead of time so that the flavors can develop.
- Serve the shrimp cocktail with a variety of dipping sauces, such as cocktail sauce, tartar sauce, or remoulade.
Conclusion:
Shrimp cocktail is a classic party appetizer that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With its simple ingredients and delicious flavor, shrimp cocktail is a perfect dish to serve at any gathering. Whether you are hosting a formal dinner party or a casual get-together, shrimp cocktail is sure to be a hit.
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