Shrimp Cocktail with Homemade Zesty Sauce

Delight in this flavorful shrimp cocktail served with a tangy homemade zesty sauce, perfect for any gathering.

Ingredients

• 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1/2 cup ketchup
• 2 tablespoons prepared horseradish
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon hot sauce
• 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 lemon, cut into wedges

Instructions

1. Fill a large pot with water and bring it to a boil. Add a pinch of salt.
2. Add the shrimp to the boiling water and cook for 2-3 minutes until pink and opaque.
3. Remove the shrimp from the pot and immediately transfer them to an ice bath to stop the cooking process.
4. In a bowl, mix ketchup, horseradish, lemon juice, hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper to make the sauce.
5. Arrange the shrimp on a platter and serve with the homemade zesty sauce and lemon wedges.

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