{"id":1982566,"date":"2024-04-18T17:50:43","date_gmt":"2024-05-15T17:44:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/?post_type=recipe&#038;p=1982566"},"modified":"2025-02-13T03:10:27","modified_gmt":"2025-02-13T09:10:27","slug":"easy-cocktail","status":"publish","type":"recipe","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/easy-cocktail\/","title":{"rendered":"Shrimp Cocktail"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>A classic shrimp cocktail is considered the quintessential appetizer for any party or soiree. What you may not know is, however fancy this dish seems, it\u2019s actually pretty easy to pull off. Here&#8217;s all you need to do: stir together the sauce, poach the shrimp for a few minutes, then chill. That\u2019s it!<\/p>\n<p>Each shrimp comes out tender and flavorful, and the tangy, sharp cocktail sauce sings with every bite. Arrange the shrimp with the cocktail sauce, and proudly declare your homemade shrimp cocktail done.<\/p>\n<h2>Ingredients for Shrimp Cocktail<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Ketchup:<\/strong> The base of any good cocktail sauce starts with ketchup. Many people swear by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-make-sugar-free-ketchup\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-make-sugar-free-ketchup\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">sugar-free ketchup<\/a>\u00a0for a more savory flavor.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Lemon juice:<\/strong> One lemon holds anywhere from 2 to 3 tablespoons juice, so you\u2019ll only need one lemon for the cocktail sauce.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Horseradish:<\/strong> Buy prepared horseradish from the store, or make <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/homemade-horseradish\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/homemade-horseradish\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">homemade horseradish<\/a>. Either way, don\u2019t skip this ingredient. Horseradish adds a lovely zing to the cocktail sauce.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Worcestershire:<\/strong> If you\u2019re not a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/what-is-worcestershire-sauce\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/what-is-worcestershire-sauce\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">Worcestershire sauce<\/a> type of person, use soy sauce or tamari instead.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Hot sauce:<\/strong> A dash of hot pepper sauce adds a tiny kick of heat. Omit if you\u2019re not into it.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Court bouillon seasonings:<\/strong> This recipe poaches the shrimp in a flavorful liquid of water, onions, lemon, fresh parsley, salt, peppercorns, a bay leaf and dried thyme.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Shrimp:<\/strong> You\u2019ll need 2 pounds uncooked shell-on shrimp for our shrimp cocktail recipe.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Directions<\/h2>\n<h3>Step 1: Make the cocktail sauce<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1991742 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Easy-Cocktail_TOHVS24_276482_MR_04_30_1.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"cocktail sauce\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>In a small bowl, stir together the ketchup, lemon juice, prepared horseradish, Worcestershire sauce and, if desired, the hot pepper sauce. Cover the sauce, and set it aside.<\/p>\n<p><em>Editor\u2019s Tip:<\/em> Stick the cocktail sauce in the fridge if you prefer it chilled.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 2: Poach the shrimp<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1991743 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Easy-Cocktail_TOHVS24_276482_MR_04_30_2.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\" In a large saucepan, combine water, onion, lemon, parsley, salt, peppercorns, bay leaf and thyme\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>We\u2019re now going to make a <em>court bouillon<\/em>, which is just a fancy cooking term for a flavorful liquid that poaches quick-cooking fish and seafood. In a large saucepan, combine the water, onion, lemon, fresh parsley, salt, peppercorns, bay leaf and dried thyme. Bring the mixture to a boil, and add the shrimp. Cook the shrimp just until they turn pink, one to two minutes.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1991744 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Easy-Cocktail_TOHVS24_276482_MR_04_30_3.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Adding shrimps into the mixture in saucepan\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Drain the pot, then immediately drop the shrimp into a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Discard the onion, lemon, fresh parsley, peppercorns and bay leaf.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1991745 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Easy-Cocktail_TOHVS24_276482_MR_04_30_4.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"added shrimp into bowl of ice water\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Step 3: Peel the shrimp, and serve<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1991747 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Easy-Cocktail_TOHVS24_276482_MR_04_30_5.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Peeling shrimps with hands\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Drain the shrimp from the cold water. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-clean-shrimp\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-clean-shrimp\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">To clean the shrimp<\/a>, peel them, leaving their tails on. If desired, devein. Arrange the shrimp on a platter, and serve with the cocktail sauce.<\/p>\n<p><em>Editor\u2019s Tip:<\/em> You technically <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/can-you-eat-shrimp-tails\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/can-you-eat-shrimp-tails\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">can eat the shrimp tails<\/a>, but that\u2019s up to personal preference. Either way, leave them on because they make the shrimp easier to hold and dunk into the sauce.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1991740 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Easy-Cocktail_TOHVP24_276482_MR_04_30_1.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Easy Cocktail \" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Recipe Variations<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Serve breaded shrimp:<\/strong> If you\u2019re not into the idea of cold, poached shrimp, make our hot, crispy <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/air-fryer-breaded-shrimp\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/air-fryer-breaded-shrimp\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">air-fryer popcorn shrimp<\/a> instead. It\u2019s great with this recipe\u2019s cocktail sauce.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Add crab to the mix:<\/strong> For something a little fancier, try our contest-winning <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/garden-fresh-seafood-cocktail\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/garden-fresh-seafood-cocktail\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">garden-fresh seafood cocktail<\/a> or this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/spicy-shrimp-crab-cocktail\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/spicy-shrimp-crab-cocktail\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">spicy shrimp and crab cocktail<\/a> recipe that uses real lumps of crabmeat.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Create more flavor:<\/strong> Want a little more flavor from your shrimp cocktail? Our recipes for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/zesty-marinated-shrimp\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/zesty-marinated-shrimp\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">zesty marinated shrimp<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/mexican-shrimp-cocktail\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/mexican-shrimp-cocktail\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">Mexican shrimp cocktail<\/a> are loaded with extra vegetables, herbs and spices.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How to Store Shrimp Cocktail<\/h2>\n<p>To store your shrimp cocktail, place the shrimp in an airtight container and cover the cocktail sauce with storage wrap. Keep them in the fridge for up to two days.<\/p>\n<h2>Shrimp Cocktail Tips<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1991741 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Easy-Cocktail_TOHVP24_276482_MR_04_30_2.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Easy Cocktail\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h3>What do I serve with a shrimp cocktail?<\/h3>\n<p>A shrimp cocktail is a typical finger food appetizer. Serve it among other <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/party-appetizers\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/party-appetizers\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">party appetizers<\/a> like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/best-charcuterie-boards\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/best-charcuterie-boards\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">charcuterie boards<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/crostini-recipes\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/crostini-recipes\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">crostini recipes<\/a> or any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/bacon-wrapped-recipes\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/bacon-wrapped-recipes\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">bacon-wrapped recipes<\/a>. Serve shrimp cocktails as an app for a steakhouse-style dinner at home, fancy New Year\u2019s Eve party or laid-back potluck.<\/p>\n<h3>Is a shrimp cocktail raw or cooked?<\/h3>\n<p>A shrimp cocktail uses fully cooked shrimp that\u2019s been chilled. Our shrimp cocktail recipe poaches the shrimp, but you can use steamed or roasted shrimp that\u2019s been chilled. Consuming raw or undercooked seafood can cause foodborne illnesses.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Craving an old-fashioned shrimp cocktail? 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