Peel-and-Eat Boiled Shrimp with Cocktail Sauce

Name: Peel-and-Eat Boiled Shrimp with Cocktail Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 to 6
Ingredients: For the Shrimp:; 2½ tablespoons Old Bay seasoning; 3 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 cup beer; 1 cup water; 2 pounds extra large shrimp (26-30 per pound), shell split and deveined, thawed if frozen; For the Cocktail Sauce:; 6 tablespoons ketchup; ½ tablespoon prepared horseradish (see note); 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice; Pinch cayenne pepper

Prep Time

15m

Cook Time

Total Time

20m

This peel-and-eat boiled shrimp recipe is a classic seafood dish that is perfect for any occasion. The shrimp are boiled in a flavorful mixture of Old Bay seasoning, butter, beer, and water, then served with a zesty homemade cocktail sauce. A delicious and easy appetizer for any seafood lover.