Description
A classic shrimp cocktail platter perfect for New Year’s celebrations, featuring chilled cooked shrimp elegantly presented on a bed of ice with fresh lemon wedges and served with tangy cocktail sauce for dipping.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp
- 1 kg (2 lb) cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
Garnishes & Serving
- Cocktail sauce, as needed for serving
- 1 lemon, cut into wedges
- Ice, enough to cover the platter
- Lettuce leaves, optional for presentation
Instructions
- Chill the shrimp: Thoroughly refrigerate the cooked shrimp until cold. This step ensures the shrimp stay fresh and maintain their firm texture, enhancing the eating experience.
- Prepare the platter: Arrange a generous layer of ice on a large serving platter. The ice will keep the shrimp cold throughout the event.
- Arrange shrimp and garnishes: Neatly place the chilled shrimp on top of the ice layer. If desired, line the platter with fresh lettuce leaves underneath the shrimp for an attractive presentation.
- Add sauce and lemon: Place a bowl of cocktail sauce in the center of the platter or scatter small bowls around the shrimp. Arrange lemon wedges nearby for guests to squeeze over the shrimp.
- Serve: Serve the platter immediately to keep freshness or cover and refrigerate it until the guests arrive.
Notes
- Ensure shrimp are fully chilled for best texture and food safety.
- Use fresh lemon wedges to add a bright citrus flavor.
- Lettuce leaves are optional but add a nice visual appeal.
- Keep the platter on ice to maintain cold temperature when serving outdoors.
- Adjust cocktail sauce quantity based on the number of guests and preference.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: shrimp cocktail, appetizer, seafood platter, party food, New Year appetizer, chilled shrimp, cocktail sauce
