Plump and Tender Shrimp Cocktail

Name: Plump and Tender Shrimp Cocktail
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: For the Shrimp:; 2 pounds (900g) large or jumbo shrimp, shells removed (except for tail portion) and reserved, deveined if desired (see note); 2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon (28g) kosher salt, divided; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 2 quarts (1.9L) water; 2 cups (480ml) dry white wine; 2 ribs celery, diced; 1 medium yellow onion, diced; 1 fennel bulb, diced (optional); 3 medium cloves garlic, smashed; 1 (2-inch) knob fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced; 2 sprigs fresh tarragon (optional); 2 sprigs flat-leaf parsley; Fresh juice of 1 lemon; For the Cocktail Sauce:; 1/2 cup (120ml) ketchup; 2 tablespoons (30g) store-bought or homemade preserved horseradish, plus more to taste; 1 tablespoon (15ml) fresh juice from 1 lemon; 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander seed (optional); 1/4 teaspoon granulated garlic (optional); Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Prep Time

Cook Time

45m

Total Time

50m

This plump and tender shrimp cocktail recipe features large or jumbo shrimp served with a flavorful cocktail sauce. The shrimp is brined with aromatic vegetables, herbs, and white wine, resulting in perfectly cooked and deliciously seasoned shrimp. The zesty cocktail sauce with ketchup, horseradish, and lemon juice adds the perfect kick.