Shrimp Cocktail with Spicy Bloody Mary Sauce

Elevate your appetizer game with this bold and flavorful Shrimp Cocktail with Spicy Bloody Mary Sauce! Perfectly poached shrimp are infused with the tangy zest of lemon, earthy peppercorns, and fragrant bay leaves, then chilled to perfection for a refreshing bite. The star of the dish is the vibrant Bloody Mary dipping sauce—a zesty blend of tomato juice, horseradish, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, and a hint of vodka for an optional kick. Garnished with fresh parsley and paired with the cooling crunch of an ice bath finish, this dish is ideal for entertaining or indulging. Whether you're hosting a festive gathering or simply craving a spicy twist on a classic appetizer, this shrimp cocktail recipe is your go-to for bold flavors and effortless elegance.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb Large raw shrimp (peeled, deveined, tails on)
• 8 cups Water
• 1 Lemon (sliced)
• 10 Black peppercorns
• 2 Bay leaves
• 2 tsp Kosher salt
• 1 cup Tomato juice
• 2 tbsp Prepared horseradish
• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp Hot sauce (such as Tabasco)
• 1 tbsp Fresh lemon juice
• 1 tbsp Vodka (optional)
• 0.5 tsp Celery salt
• 2 tbsp Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Fill a large pot with water and add the sliced lemon, black peppercorns, bay leaves, and kosher salt.

Step 2

Bring the water to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to medium and let the aromatics simmer for 5 minutes to infuse the water.

Step 3

Add the shrimp to the pot and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until they turn opaque and pink. Do not overcook.

Step 4

Using a slotted spoon, transfer the cooked shrimp to an ice bath to cool completely. Once cooled, drain and pat dry with paper towels.

Step 5

Prepare the spicy Bloody Mary sauce by combining the tomato juice, prepared horseradish, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, lemon juice, vodka (if using), and celery salt in a mixing bowl. Stir until well combined.

Step 6

Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning, adding more hot sauce or lemon juice if desired.

Step 7

Arrange the chilled shrimp on a serving platter or in a cocktail glass. Garnish with fresh parsley.

Step 8

Serve the shrimp with the Bloody Mary sauce on the side for dipping. Enjoy immediately!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2770.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	765.8

Total Fat 19.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9.3g
Cholesterol 901.8mg	0%
Sodium 3043.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 35.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.3g	0%
Total Sugars 10.8g
Protein 114.0g	0%

Vitamin D 2.6IU	0%
Calcium 455.2mg	0%
Iron 6.1mg	0%
Potassium 2193.4mg	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: 22.5%

Protein: 59.0%

Carbs: 18.5%