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Shrimp Cocktail Sauce Recipe

Dive into a world of flavor with this incredibly easy shrimp cocktail sauce recipe! Ready in just 5 minutes, this vibrant sauce elevates your shrimp to a whole new level. Perfect for parties or a quick weeknight treat, this recipe yields approximately 1 1/2 cups of delicious dipping delight.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Calories 163.9 kcal
Protein 5g
Rating 4.6 (104 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Shrimp Cocktail Sauce

  • 1 1/2 cups ketchup
  • 1/4 cup prepared horseradish
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • chopped celery, to taste
  • chopped onion, to taste

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How to Make Shrimp Cocktail Sauce

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the ketchup, horseradish, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and cocktail sauce.
  2. Gently stir in the chopped celery and onion.
  3. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  4. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. This step is crucial for the best taste!
  5. Before serving, taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Serve chilled with your favorite shrimp and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

92 g

Sugar

150g

Fat

0g

Carbs

14g

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