Introduction
This shrimp cocktail recipe is so easy and so delicious! It’s the perfect appetizer for any party or get-together. And, it’s always a big hit with guests.
Ingredients
– 1 pound cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
– 1/2 cup cocktail sauce
– 1/4 cup chili sauce
– 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
– 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
– 1/4 teaspoon Tabasco sauce
Method
1. In a medium bowl, combine all of the ingredients.
2. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to 12 hours.
3. Serve chilled.
Description
This shrimp cocktail is so easy to make and is always a big hit with guests. It’s the perfect appetizer for any party or get-together.
Potential Changes & Improvements
– If you want a little more heat, you can add more Tabasco sauce to the mixture.
– For a sweeter shrimp cocktail, you can add a tablespoon or two of honey to the mixture.
– If you want a little more acidity, you can add another tablespoon or two of lemon or lime juice.
What Other Foods It Works Well With
This shrimp cocktail is delicious on its own, but it also goes well with other appetizers like chips and dip, veggie platters, and finger foods.
Common Mistakes
One common mistake people make when making shrimp cocktail is not using fresh shrimp. Be sure to use cooked shrimp that is fresh, or the cocktail will not taste as good.
Nutritional Information
– Calories: 150
– Fat: 2.5 g
– Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
– Cholesterol: 215 mg
– Sodium: 1090 mg
– Carbohydrates: 9 g
– Fiber: 0 g
– Sugar: 6 g
– Protein: 23 g
Allergens
– Shrimp