Brazilian recipe
Classic and Simple Shrimp Cocktail (Coquetel de camarão)
A timeless recipe for a refreshing and flavorful shrimp cocktail, the perfect appetizer for special occasions. Serve well-chilled!
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Ingredients
500g cooked and deveined shrimp
1 head of lettuce
2 tbsp mayonnaise
2 tbsp ketchup
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1/2 shot brandy
2 tbsp heavy cream
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
Ice cubes as needed
1 head of lettuce
2 tbsp mayonnaise
2 tbsp ketchup
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1/2 shot brandy
2 tbsp heavy cream
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
Ice cubes as needed
Where to find ingredients
You can find fresh or pre-cooked frozen shrimp in the seafood aisle of local supermarkets like Loblaws, Sobeys, or Metro. Produce for fresh lettuce is available in the fresh fruits and vegetables section. Pantry staples such as mayonnaise, ketchup, and Worcestershire sauce are easily sourced in the condiments aisle.
Preparation method
- Thoroughly wash the lettuce leaves, pat them dry with care, and shred them finely.
- Bring a pot of water to a boil.
- Add the shrimp to the boiling water and cook for a few minutes until they turn pink. Remove from heat and set aside.
- In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, brandy, and heavy cream.
- Chop most of the cooked shrimp into smaller pieces, but keep a few whole to use for garnish.
- Fold the chopped shrimp into the sauce mixture until evenly coated.
- Season the sauce with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Place a small bed of ice at the bottom of individual serving glasses.
- Layer a portion of the shredded lettuce over the ice.
- Spoon a generous amount of the shrimp mixture on top of the lettuce.
- Garnish each glass with the reserved whole shrimp.
- Serve the shrimp cocktail immediately, ensuring it stays well-chilled.
Observations
The shrimp cocktail is an elegant and classic appetizer, widely appreciated at various types of celebrations. Its signature combination of fresh shrimp with a tangy, slightly spicy sauce makes for a delicious and refreshing starter. Ideal for setting a sophisticated tone at the start of a meal or as a crowd-pleaser at gatherings, this cocktail is beloved for its simplicity and bold, balanced flavors.
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