Chef John's Shrimp Cocktail

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   {'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Gather all ingredients.'}

2. 2

   {'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'For the poaching liquid: Stir water, onion, lemon, garlic, tarragon, seafood seasoning, peppercorns, and bay leaf together in a large pot; bring to a simmer and cook until flavors blend, about 15 minutes.'}

3. 3

   {'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'For the cocktail sauce: Whisk ketchup, chili sauce, horseradish, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, and salt together in a bowl; refrigerate until chilled, at least 15 minutes.'}

4. 4

   {'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': 'For the shrimp: Bring poaching liquid to a rapid boil. Cook shrimp in the boiling liquid until they are bright pink on the outside and the meat is no longer transparent in the center, about 5 minutes.'}

5. 5

   {'id': 'step_4', 'step': 5, 'text': 'Transfer shrimp to a bowl of ice water and immerse in ice water until cold; drain.'}

6. 6

   {'id': 'step_5', 'step': 6, 'text': 'Arrange cold shrimp on a platter and serve with chilled sauce.'}

📊 Nutrition Facts

Per serving (4 servings total)