Shrimp Cocktail Variations

Bloody Mary, Tequila Lime, Jack Daniels Shrimp Cocktails

© Venus Joy

Feb 18, 2009

A shrimp cocktail is a concoction of juicy, succulent shrimp and cocktail sauce. This delectable, tangy treat is easy to make and a sure favorite at gatherings. At your next social, try these easy shrimp cocktail recipes.

Basic Shrimp Cocktail

Cocktail Sauce:

• 1 cup ketchup
• 1 lemon zest
• Horseradish to taste
• 1/4 Worcestershire sauce
• Hot sauce, to taste

1. Combine ketchup, lemon zest and juice, horseradish, and Worcestershire sauce.
2. Add hot sauce if desired, mix well then refrigerate until ready to serve. When ready to serve, remove from refrigerator and let stand about 20 minutes before serving.

• 1 pound medium shrimp, in the shell, rinsed
• 1 tablespoon kosher salt
• lemon wedges

1. Put water, carrot, celery, onion, garlic, lemon, parsley, thyme, and bay leaves into pot and bring water to a boil over high heat. Lower heat to simmer, set a cover on top slightly ajar and cook for 10-30 minutes.
2. Drop shrimp into liquid and turn off the heat. Cook the shrimp, stirring occasionally until they curl and turn pink, about 21/2 minutes. Drain and cool to room temperature
3. Peel shrimp and remove the vein along curve of the shrimp. Refrigerate if not serving right away.
4. loop shrimp over individual martini glasses and top with sauce. Garnish with lemon and serve.

1. Prepare shrimp the same as above, but substitute this cocktail sauce:

Bloody Mary Sauce:

• 1 cup chopped tomatoes
• 1/2 tsp lemon juice
• Tabasco sauce to taste
• 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
• pinch celery salt
• pinch pepper
• dab horseradish sauce
• 4 shots of vodka

Tequila Lime Shrimp Cocktail

• 1 pound medium shrimp, de veined
• 8 ounces Mexican chorizo, chopped
• 1/2 cup dark tequila
• 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
• Pinch of salt
• Pinch of pepper

1. In bowl combine shrimp, tequila, lime juice, chorizo, salt and pepper. set aside and let marinate, no longer than one hour.
2. Preheat grill. Drizzle with oil. Place shrimp on hot grill and let cook until done, about 3-5 minutes each side. Remove from heat and hook on individual martini glasses, about 6 shrimp each.

• 2 cups tightly packed fresh cilantro leaves
• 1/4 cup finely chopped toasted pine nuts
• 1 tsp chopped garlic
• 1/4 cup grated parmesan, or favorite Mexican cheese
• pinch of salt
• pinch of pepper
• 6 tbsp olive oil
• 4 shots dark tequila

1. In food processor or blender, combine the cilantro, nuts, and garlic and puree on high speed.
2. Add the cheese, pepper, salt and process to combine.
3. Scrape down sides of processor. Add oil and tequila. Blend until well combined.
4. Pour over shrimp in individual martini glasses. Garnish with lemon wedge or lime. Pesto can be substituted with chunky salsa or creamy, cool guacamole.

• 1 pound medium shrimp, washed and de-veined
• 1 bottle Jack Daniels barbeque sauce
• 1/4 cup Jack Daniels whiskey or dark rum
• 1 lemon wedge
• pinch of salt
• pinch of pepper

1. Salt and pepper shrimp. Drizzle with oil. Place shrimp on hot grill until done, about 3-5 minutes each side. Remove from heat and hook onto martini glass.
2. In sauce pan mix Jack Daniels barbeque sauce and Jack Daniels whiskey. Heat until warm, being careful not to let it come to a boil. Pour over shrimp and garnish with a lemon wedge.

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