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Flavorful Zesty Shrimp Cocktail Recipe with Spicy Remoulade Sauce

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A quick and easy shrimp cocktail with a creamy, spicy remoulade sauce featuring creole mustard and fresh lemon juice for a bold, tangy flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined, tail-on (fresh or thawed frozen)
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons creole mustard
  • 1 tablespoon prepared horseradish
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 small garlic clove, minced
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Optional garnishes: fresh parsley or chives, thin lemon wedges

Instructions

  1. Fill a large pot with water, add a generous pinch of salt and a few lemon slices if available, and bring to a boil over high heat.
  2. Add the shrimp once the water is boiling and cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Drain shrimp using a colander and rinse briefly under cold water to stop cooking. Set aside to cool completely.
  4. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, creole mustard, horseradish, smoked paprika, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce (if using), and minced garlic.
  5. Season the sauce with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Adjust horseradish or hot sauce for desired spice level.
  6. Toss the cooled shrimp gently in the remoulade sauce until evenly coated, or serve the sauce on the side if preferred.
  7. Transfer shrimp to a serving platter or individual glasses, garnish with chopped parsley or chives and lemon wedges.
  8. Chill in the refrigerator for 15-30 minutes before serving to let flavors meld.

Notes

Do not overcook shrimp; remove as soon as they turn pink and curl into a loose ‘C’. The remoulade sauce can be made a day ahead and stored in the fridge. Adjust horseradish and hot sauce to control spice level. For a lighter sauce, substitute mayonnaise with Greek yogurt. For dairy-free, use vegan mayo and coconut aminos instead of Worcestershire sauce.

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