Boiled Shrimp in Beer with Cocktail Sauce

Get ready to elevate your seafood game with this flavorful 'Boiled Shrimp in Beer with Cocktail Sauce' recipe! Succulent shrimp are boiled in a perfectly spiced blend of beer, water, bay leaves, and fresh lemon juice, infusing them with a rich, aromatic taste that’s hard to resist. The beer adds a subtle malty sweetness, while optional red pepper flakes provide a hint of heat for those who like a little spice. Paired with a zesty homemade cocktail sauce made with ketchup, horseradish, Worcestershire sauce, and a splash of lemon juice, this dish is a true crowd-pleaser. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s perfect for parties, summer cookouts, or as an easy appetizer. Serve chilled or at room temperature with fresh lemon wedges for a seafood experience that’s fresh, bold, and utterly delicious! Keywords: boiled shrimp recipe, beer-boiled shrimp, cocktail sauce, seafood appetizer, quick shrimp recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Raw shrimp, shell on
• 2 cups Beer (lager or ale works best)
• 4 cups Water
• 2 pieces Bay leaves
• 1 Lemon, halved
• 1 tablespoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Whole black peppercorns
• 0.5 teaspoon Red pepper flakes (optional)
• 0.5 cup Ketchup
• 2 tablespoons Prepared horseradish
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon Hot sauce

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot, combine the beer, water, bay leaves, juice of half the lemon (reserve the other half for serving), salt, black peppercorns, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir to combine.

Step 2

Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Once boiling, add the shrimp to the pot. Stir gently, ensuring the shrimp are submerged in the liquid.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to medium and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and curl into a 'C' shape. Be careful not to overcook.

Step 5

Remove the pot from heat and drain the shrimp in a colander. Rinse briefly with cold water to stop the cooking process.

Step 6

Peel the shrimp (if desired) and arrange them on a serving platter with lemon wedges from the reserved half of the lemon.

Step 7

To make the cocktail sauce, combine the ketchup, horseradish, Worcestershire sauce, fresh lemon juice, and hot sauce in a small bowl. Mix until well blended and adjust seasonings to taste.

Step 8

Serve the boiled shrimp chilled or at room temperature alongside the cocktail sauce for dipping. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2589.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1400.3

Total Fat 19.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9.3g
Cholesterol 1730.6mg	0%
Sodium 8925.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 59.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.9g	0%
Total Sugars 25.9g
Protein 221.8g	0%

Vitamin D 2.6IU	0%
Calcium 749.5mg	0%
Iron 3.7mg	0%
Potassium 2677.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 13.5%

Protein: 68.2%

Carbs: 18.3%