Irresistible Shrimp Cocktail with Creamy Marie Rose Sauce
This shrimp cocktail is a refreshing, crowd-pleasing appetizer, featuring chilled shrimp and a creamy Marie Rose sauce.
Equipment
- - Large pot
- small bowl
- Serving platter
Ingredients
For the Shrimp
- 1 pound medium-sized shrimp raw with shells or pre-cooked
For the Marie Rose Sauce
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon horseradish
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
For Serving
- 1 cup lettuce iceberg or romaine
- 2 pieces lemon wedges for garnish
- fresh parsley optional
Instructions
Steps
- Prepare the shrimp: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the shrimp and cook until bright pink and curled in a loose 'C' shape, about 2-3 minutes. Drain and chill in ice water until cold.
- Make the Marie Rose sauce: In a small bowl, combine ketchup, mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, horseradish, lemon juice, and cayenne pepper. Mix until all ingredients are thoroughly blended for a creamy consistency.
- Combine shrimp and sauce: Gently fold the chilled shrimp into the Marie Rose sauce, ensuring they are evenly coated.
- Assemble the dish: On a serving platter or individual dishes, lay down a bed of lettuce leaves. Top with the shrimp mixture.
- Garnish and serve: Finish with lemon wedges and a sprinkle of fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
Optional: Serve with crusty baguette slices for an extra touch.