A staple at parties for as long as I can remember. Shrimp Cocktail is a high protein, easy to make Hors d’oeuvres. The only drawback is the usual sugared cocktail sauce. Hence, this recipe that makes it much better for you.
Ingredients:
Jumbo Shrimp (21-25 to the pound)
Lemon wedges
Cocktail Sauce:
½ cup No Sugar Added ketchup
1 to 2 tablespoons prepared horseradish
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, or to taste
¼ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Pinch of freshly ground black pepper
Few drops of Tabasco, to taste (optional)
Instructions
- If the shrimp is not pre-cooked. Poach in boiling water (Optional: Put a couple of lemon slices in the water) for 4-7 minutes. Drain and cool.
- In a small bowl, combine the ketchup, 1 tablespoon of horseradish, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, pepper, and Tabasco. Taste and add additional horseradish and/or hot sauce, if needed.
- Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
- Serve with lemon wedges.
