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Spicy Hot Shrimp Cocktail

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This Spicy Hot Shrimp Cocktail features a vibrant, tangy sauce made from ketchup, horseradish, and lemon juice, kicked up with chili powder and cayenne for serious heat. The sharp acidity cuts through the richness of the cooked shrimp, creating a balanced, punchy flavor profile. It&# 226;€™s an ideal finger food for parties, game days, or as a refreshing starter before a heavy meal. The sauce chills nicely, allowing the flavors to meld, while the shrimp remain tender and succulent. Simple to assemble yet impressive on the palate, this dish brings a classic American appetizer to life with a fiery twist.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6
Calories: 111.7
Dietary: Gluten-free
Description
This Spicy Hot Shrimp Cocktail features a vibrant, tangy sauce made from ketchup, horseradish, and lemon juice, kicked up with chili powder and cayenne for serious heat. The sharp acidity cuts through the richness of the cooked shrimp, creating a balanced, punchy flavor profile. It&# 226;€™s an ideal finger food for parties, game days, or as a refreshing starter before a heavy meal. The sauce chills nicely, allowing the flavors to meld, while the shrimp remain tender and succulent. Simple to assemble yet impressive on the palate, this dish brings a classic American appetizer to life with a fiery twist.
Ingredients
  • 1 cup Catsup
  • 1 1/2 tablespoon Horseradish
  • 2 tablespoon Lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoon Chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon Hot sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
  • 1 pound Fresh shrimp, cooked drained
Directions
  1. 1
    In a medium bowl, combine ketchup, horseradish, lemon juice, chili powder, hot sauce, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper.
  2. 2
    Whisk the mixture thoroughly until all ingredients are well blended and smooth.
  3. 3
    Cover the bowl and refrigerate the sauce for 1 hour to allow flavors to meld.
  4. 4
    Peel and devein the cooked shrimp if not already done, then rinse and drain well.
  5. 5
    Chill the shrimp in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
  6. 6
    Serve the chilled shrimp alongside or dipped in the spicy cocktail sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 111.7kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1.2g2%
Saturated Fat 0.2g1%
Cholesterol 172.5mg58%
Sodium 424.9mg18%
Total Carbohydrate 3.5g2%
Dietary Fiber 1.4g6%
Sugars 0.9g
Protein 23.4g47%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

The sauce can be made up to 24 hours in advance. Store covered in the refrigerator.

For extra heat, increase the cayenne pepper or hot sauce to taste.

Ensure shrimp are fully cooked and cooled before serving to maintain texture and food safety.

This recipe yields approximately 1 1/2 cups of sauce.

Keywords: american, appetizer, cayenne, chili, cocktail, cooked, drained, fish, fresh, garlic, horseradish, hot, juice, lemon, main, pepper, powder, sauce, shrimp, spicy
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