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Roasted Lime and Garlic Shrimp Cocktail

A flavorful twist on classic shrimp cocktail! Loaded with zesty lime and garlic - this is sure to fly off the table.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 1 8-12 appetizer servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • For the 2 pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined, with the tails kept on
  • Zest of 1 large lime
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
For the cocktail sauce:
  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 1 -2 tablespoon horseradish (or to taste)
  • 1/2 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 ⁄4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 ⁄4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper pepper

Instructions

For the Shrimp:
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  1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees (F). Place the shrimp in an even layer on a large baking sheet; set aside. In a small bowl combine the lime zest, lime juice, oil oil, salt, pepper, and garlic; stir well to combine. Pour the mixture over the shrimp and toss the shrimp around a little to help coat them evenly. Be sure to arrange the shrimp in an even layer without any of them overlapping when finished. Roast the shrimp for 8-9 minutes, or until they're pink and opaque all the way through. Transfer shrimp to a clean dish and let them cool. Place in the fridge until needed.
For the cocktail sauce:
  1. In a small bowl combine all of the ingredients, mixing well to evenly combine. Chill until needed.

Notes

  • This recipe can easily be double as needed. This recipe may be made up to 12 hours in advance and kept in the fridge until served.