Description
A classic and refreshing Shrimp Cocktail recipe featuring extra large cooked shrimp served chilled with a zesty homemade cocktail sauce made from chili sauce, horseradish, Worcestershire sauce, and ground mustard. Perfect as an appetizer or a light snack, this dish is quick to prepare and ideal for entertaining.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp
- 1 pound Simple Truth Extra Large Peeled and Deveined Cooked Shrimp
Cocktail Sauce
- 1/2 cup Kroger Chili Sauce
- 1/2 lemon (juiced and sliced into wedges)
- 2 teaspoons prepared hot horseradish
- 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
Instructions
- Thaw Shrimp: Thaw the shrimp in the refrigerator overnight and rinse with cold water, then set aside. Alternatively, quick thaw by placing the shrimp in a bowl, rinsing with cold water for 20 minutes, then draining. Chill until ready to serve.
- Prepare Cocktail Sauce: In a small bowl, mix the chili sauce with 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice, horseradish, Worcestershire sauce, and ground mustard until well combined.
- Assemble and Serve: Arrange crushed ice on a platter, then place the shrimp and lemon wedges on top. Serve chilled with the cocktail sauce on the side for dipping.
Notes
- For best flavor, use freshly squeezed lemon juice in the cocktail sauce.
- Ensure shrimp is fully thawed and chilled before serving to maintain optimal freshness.
- Adjust horseradish amount according to your preferred spice level.
- This recipe is quick and easy, perfect for last-minute entertaining or a light appetizer.
- Serve with celery sticks or crackers for added crunch and variety.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 shrimp
- Calories: 188 kcal
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 1825 mg
- Fat: 1 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 19 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 21 g
- Cholesterol: 228 mg
