Shrimp Cocktail
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Shrimp Cocktail is a classic party appetizer that needs to be at your next gathering! This party favorite is easy to throw together and can be made in advance.
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Ingredients
Shrimp
- 2 pounds medium raw shrimp peeled, tail on
- 3 quarts water
- 1 halved lemon
- ½ onion
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon salt
Cocktail Sauce
- 1 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon prepared horseradish
- ½ teaspoon Tabasco sauce
- ¼ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
Shrimp
- Fill a large stock pot with 3 quarts water. Squeeze 1 halved lemon into the water and then drop the lemon halves into the pot.
- Add ½ onion, 2 bay leaves, 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, and 1 tablespoon salt. Bring the water mixture to a boil.
- Fill a large bowl with ice and water and set it near the stove.
- Add half the 2 pounds medium RAW shrimp to the boiling water and cook for 2-3 minutes or until pink and float to the top. Remove with a slotted spoon and place in the ice water. Repeat with remaining shrimp. Drain once cooled and refrigerate until ready to use.
Cocktail Sauce
- Add 1 cup ketchup, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 teaspoon lemon zest, 1 tablespoon prepared horseradish, ½ teaspoon Tabasco sauce, and ¼ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce to a small bowl. Whisk to combine then cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
To Serve
- Place the cocktail sauce in a medium bowl on a large platter. Surround it with the cooked shrimp. Garnish with lemon wedges and fresh parsley, if desired!
Nutrition Information
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Calories
134kcal
(7%)
Carbohydrates
11g
(4%)
Protein
19g
(38%)
Fat
1g
(2%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Cholesterol
229mg
(76%)
Sodium
1648mg
(69%)
Potassium
175mg
(5%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
8g
(16%)
Vitamin A
123IU
(2%)
Vitamin C
13mg
(14%)
Calcium
148mg
(15%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 10servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 134 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 134kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 11g | 4% |
| Protein | 19g | 38% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 229mg | 76% |
| Sodium | 1648mg | 69% |
| Potassium | 175mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 123IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 13mg | 14% |
| Calcium | 148mg | 15% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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