Suzanne’s Shrimp Cocktail

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 15
Suzanne's Spicy Shrimp Cocktail Recipe
in Seafood

Prep

20 min

Cook

5 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 fluid ounces chili sauce
4 fluid ounces no-salt-added ketchup
2 fluid ounces prepared horseradish
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
salt ( ugh ! )
1 tablespoon fresh citrus juice
1/2 cup fresh parsley , finely chopped or 2 ounces fresh chives , snipped
louisiana hot sauce or Tabasco sauce , to taste
2 lbs fresh raw jumbo shrimp , peeled ( with tails left on )
celery

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
133
Sugar
6g
Fat
1g
Suzanne's Spicy Shrimp Cocktail is a classic American dish that has been enjoyed for decades. This recipe takes the classic cocktail sauce and gives it a spicy twist, making it a flavorful accompaniment to sweet and succulent jumbo shrimp. The dish is perfect as a refreshing lunch option on a hot summer's day or as an appetizer for a party or gathering with friends and family. Serve alongside a chilled glass of white wine for a perfectly refreshing combination.

Instructions

1.Mix the chili sauce, ketchup, horseradish, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and citrus juice together in a bowl.
2.Add in the parsley or chives and hot sauce to taste.
3.Stir well, cover, and refrigerate the cocktail sauce for at least 2 hours.
4.Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
5.Add the shrimp and boil for 2-3 minutes or until they turn pink and are cooked through.
6.Drain the shrimp and transfer them to an ice bath to chill them quickly.
7.Peel the shrimp and leave the tails on.
8.Arrange the shrimp on a platter with celery slices and serve with the cocktail sauce.

PROS

This spicy shrimp cocktail is perfect as a party appetizer or a light lunch.

The cocktail sauce is tangy, spicy, and packed full of flavor.

CONS

As with many seafood recipes, fresh jumbo shrimp can be expensive.

Be sure to check the sustainability rating of the shrimp you buy to avoid contributing to overfishing.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Jumbo shrimp are an excellent source of lean protein and low in fat.
The horseradish and citrus juice in the cocktail sauce are both rich in vitamin C.
However, the cocktail sauce can be high in sodium, so be sure to use it in moderation.

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