Recipe Shrimp Cocktail

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Shrimp Cocktail is a classic appetizer that combines tender poached shrimp with a zesty, flavorful cocktail sauce. This recipe provides a perfect balance of spices, creating a refreshing and elegant dish. Follow the steps to prepare this delicious appetizer in just under an hour.

Ingredients

  • Salt: ¼ teaspoon
  • Dry white wine: 1 cup
  • Shrimp: 450 g
  • Black peppercorns: 4 pieces
  • Coriander seeds: 5 pieces
  • Bay leaf: ½ piece
  • Parsley: 5 sprigs
  • Tarragon leaves: 1 sprig
  • Sea salt: 1 teaspoon
  • Lemon juice: 2 teaspoons
  • Ground black pepper: ¼ teaspoon
  • Ketchup: 1 cup
  • Horseradish: 35 g
  • Ground chili pepper: 1 teaspoon
  • Cayenne pepper: pinch

Method

  1. Prepare the cocktail sauce: In a bowl, mix together the ketchup, horseradish, sea salt, ground black pepper, chili pepper, cayenne pepper, and half of the lemon juice. Set the sauce aside for serving.
  2. Clean the shrimp: Peel and devein the shrimp, leaving the tails intact. Set the shrimp aside and use the shells to make the cooking broth.
  3. Prepare the shrimp broth: In a pot, combine the shrimp shells, 3 cups of water, and sea salt. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes. Strain the broth, discarding the shells.
  4. Cook the shrimp: Bring the strained broth back to a boil and add the remaining ingredients (white wine, black peppercorns, coriander seeds, bay leaf, parsley, and tarragon). Let the broth boil for 2 minutes. Turn off the heat, add the shrimp to the broth, cover the pot, and let the shrimp poach for 8-10 minutes, until they turn pink and are cooked through.
  5. Chill the shrimp: Transfer the cooked shrimp to an ice bath to stop the cooking process. Once chilled, pat them dry with a towel.
  6. Serve: Arrange the shrimp in serving glasses or a dish. Serve alongside the cocktail sauce, garnishing with a slice of lemon if desired. Enjoy!

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