Suzanne's Shrimp Cocktail

Dive into the refreshing, crowd-pleasing flavors of Suzanne's Shrimp Cocktail—a classic appetizer elevated with simple yet sophisticated touches. Succulent large shrimp are gently poached in a fragrant bath of bay leaves, lemon, and black peppercorns, then immediately chilled to preserve their tender texture. The zesty homemade cocktail sauce packs a tangy punch, featuring a blend of ketchup, horseradish, Worcestershire sauce, and a hint of hot sauce for optional heat. Ready in just 20 minutes, this elegant dish is perfect for entertaining or as a light, flavorful starter. Garnished with fresh parsley and served chilled, Suzanne's Shrimp Cocktail is the ultimate combination of freshness and bold, crave-worthy flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 8 cups water
• 1 unit lemon, sliced
• 2 units bay leaves
• 2 teaspoons kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
• 1 cup ketchup
• 2 tablespoons prepared horseradish
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoons hot sauce (optional)
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Fill a large pot with 8 cups of water and bring it to a boil. Add the lemon slices, bay leaves, kosher salt, and black peppercorns to the water.

Step 2

Reduce the heat to a simmer and add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the pot. Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and opaque.

Step 3

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

Step 4

To make the cocktail sauce, whisk together the ketchup, prepared horseradish, Worcestershire sauce, fresh lemon juice, hot sauce (if using), and salt in a small bowl. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 5

Arrange the shrimp on a platter with a bowl of the cocktail sauce in the center. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color.

Step 6

Serve chilled and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2703.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	838.6

Total Fat 17.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9.3g
Cholesterol 873.3mg	0%
Sodium 1784.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 66.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.9g	0%
Total Sugars 46.5g
Protein 109.8g	0%

Vitamin D 2.6IU	0%
Calcium 451.6mg	0%
Iron 1.8mg	0%
Potassium 1291.6mg	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: 18.6%

Protein: 50.9%

Carbs: 30.6%