HALLOWEEN SHRIMP COCKTAIL RECIPES

Name: Shrimp Cocktail
Prep time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: about 6 dozen (1-1/4 cups sauce).
Ingredients: 3 quarts water; 1 small onion, sliced; 1/2 medium lemon, sliced; 2 sprigs fresh parsley; 1 tablespoon salt; 5 whole peppercorns; 1 bay leaf; 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme; 3 pounds uncooked large shrimp, peeled and deveined (tails on); SAUCE:; 1 cup chili sauce; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 2 tablespoons prepared horseradish; 4 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce; 1/2 teaspoon salt; Dash cayenne pepper; Lemon wedges, optional

SHRIMP COCKTAIL RECIPE: HOW TO MAKE IT - TASTE OF HOME

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During the '60s, shrimp cocktail was one of the most popular party foods around. And it is still a crowd favorite. It's the one appetizer that I serve for every special occasion as well as for munchie meals. —Peggy Allen, Pasadena, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Appetizers

Total Time 30 minutes

Prep Time 30 minutes

Cook Time 0 minutes

Yield about 6 dozen (1-1/4 cups sauce).

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

3 quarts water
1 small onion, sliced
1/2 medium lemon, sliced
2 sprigs fresh parsley
1 tablespoon salt
5 whole peppercorns
1 bay leaf
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
3 pounds uncooked large shrimp, peeled and deveined (tails on)
SAUCE:
1 cup chili sauce
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons prepared horseradish
4 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
Dash cayenne pepper
Lemon wedges, optional

Steps:

In a Dutch oven, combine the first 8 ingredients; bring to a boil. Add shrimp. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until shrimp turn pink, 4-5 minutes. , Drain shrimp and immediately rinse in cold water. Refrigerate until cold, 2-3 hours. In a small bowl, combine the sauce ingredients. Refrigerate until serving. , Arrange shrimp on a serving platter; serve with sauce. If desired, serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 59 calories, FatContent 1g fat (0 saturated fat), CholesterolContent 66mg cholesterol, SodiumContent 555mg sodium, CarbohydrateContent 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, FiberContent 0 fiber), ProteinContent 9g protein.

MEXICAN SHRIMP COCKTAIL RECIPE: HOW TO MAKE IT

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It's up to you how to enjoy this cocktail—eat it with a spoon as a chilled soup, or use tortilla chips or crackers for scooping. —Erin Moreno, Arcadia, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Appetizers

Total Time 20 minutes

Prep Time 20 minutes

Cook Time 0 minutes

Yield 12 servings (3/4 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

2 medium tomatoes, seeded and finely chopped
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon grated lime zest
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 bottle (12-1/2 ounces) mandarin natural flavor soda
1-1/2 cups Clamato juice
1/4 cup lime juice
1/4 cup ketchup
1-1/2 pounds peeled and deveined cooked shrimp (100-150 per pound)
2 avocados, finely chopped
Tortilla chips

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the first 5 ingredients. Stir in soda, Clamato juice, lime juice and ketchup. Add shrimp. Refrigerate, covered, at least 2 hours., Just before serving, add avocados. Serve with a slotted spoon and tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 142 calories, FatContent 5g fat (0 saturated fat), CholesterolContent 122mg cholesterol, SodiumContent 826mg sodium, CarbohydrateContent 11g carbohydrate (3g sugars, FiberContent 2g fiber), ProteinContent 14g protein.

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