Brazilian recipe
Easy and Classic Shrimp Cocktail (Coquetel de camarão e)
A timeless classic, this shrimp cocktail offers a refreshing and savory flavor profile perfect for special occasions. Best served chilled!
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Ingredients
500g cooked and cleaned shrimp
1 head lettuce
2 tbsp mayonnaise
2 tbsp ketchup
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1/2 small glass brandy
2 tbsp heavy cream
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
Ice cubes as needed
1 head lettuce
2 tbsp mayonnaise
2 tbsp ketchup
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1/2 small glass 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 frozen pre-cooked shrimp, lettuce, and basic pantry staples at local markets and grocery stores throughout the islands. If brandy is unavailable, a splash of dry sherry or extra lemon juice can serve as an effective substitute.
Preparation method
- Thoroughly wash the lettuce leaves, dry them carefully, and shred them finely.
- Bring a pot of water to a rolling boil.
- Add the shrimp to the boiling water and cook for a few minutes until they turn pink. Remove and set aside.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, brandy, and heavy cream.
- Chop the majority of the cooked shrimp into smaller pieces. Set aside a few whole shrimp for garnishing.
- Add the chopped shrimp to the sauce mixture and fold gently until combined.
- Season the sauce mixture with salt and black pepper to your preference.
- Place a layer of ice at the bottom of individual cocktail glasses.
- Add a portion of the shredded lettuce on top of the ice.
- Spoon a generous amount of the shrimp sauce mixture over the lettuce.
- Garnish each glass with the reserved whole shrimp.
- Serve the shrimp cocktail immediately while thoroughly chilled.
Observations
The shrimp cocktail remains a quintessential, elegant appetizer, widely loved for festive gatherings. The marriage of succulent, fresh shrimp with a tangy and slightly spicy sauce creates a delicious, refreshing starter. Whether you are looking to set the tone for an upscale meal or serve a crowd-pleasing snack at your next party, this recipe delivers both simplicity and a bold, iconic flavor.
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