Best 4 Poor Mans Shrimp Cocktail Vegan Recipes
As a vegan or someone who appreciates seafood-inspired plant-based alternatives, you may be excited to explore the world of "poor man's shrimp cocktail," a delightful vegan dish that mimics the taste and texture of classic shrimp cocktail without the use of any animal products. This article aims to guide you through creating this delicious and satisfying dish by providing a comprehensive recipe and helpful tips. Get ready to indulge in a delightful plant-based version of a seafood favorite!
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
POOR MAN'S "SHRIMP" COCKTAIL (VEGAN)
Published in Bon Appetit magazine's reader request section in the February 2012 issue. This recipe comes from chef Kevin Roberts at The Black Sheep restaurant in Richmond, VA. It's a great party option for vegans, vegetarians and people with shellfish allergies.
Provided by Wish I Could Cook
Categories Cauliflower
Time 25m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Combine crab boil seasoning, salt, onions, garlic and six quarts of water in a large pot. Squeeze juice from lemons into the pot and add lemon halves. Set pot over high heat and bring liquid to boil. Boil for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Using a slotted spoon, remove onions and lemon halves. Discard.
- Add cauliflower, turn off heat, cover tightly and let stand until crisp tender, about 5 to 10 minutes. Drain.
- Spread cauliflower on baking sheet and allow to cool.
- Serve room temperature or chilled with cocktail sauce for dipping.
POOR MAN'S "SHRIMP" COCKTAIL
Provided by Kevin Roberts
Categories Appetizer Low Fat Vegetarian Quick & Easy Low Cal Low Sodium Cauliflower Healthy Low Cholesterol Vegan Bon Appétit Pescatarian Paleo Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine crab boil, salt, onions, garlic, and 6 quarts water in a large pot. Squeeze juice from lemons into pot and add lemon halves. Set pot over high heat and bring liquid to a boil. Cook for 10 minutes to let flavors meld. Using a slotted spoon, remove onions, garlic, and lemons from broth; discard. Return liquid to a rolling boil.
- Add cauliflower; turn off heat, cover pot tightly, and let stand until cauliflower is crisp-tender, 5-10 minutes. Drain; spread out cauliflower on a rimmed baking sheet and let cool completely. DO AHEAD: Cauliflower can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.
- Arrange room-temperature or chilled cauliflower on a platter with cocktail sauce for dipping.
POOR MAN'S "SHRIMP" COCKTAIL
Ingredient info: Crab boil seasoning is available at most supermarkets in the seafood or spice section, and at specialty foods stores.
Provided by ssej1078_1251510
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 45m
Yield 8 , 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Combine crab boil, salt, onions, garlic, and 6 quarts water in a large pot. Squeeze juice from lemons into pot and add lemon halves. Set pot over high heat and bring liquid to a boil. Cook for 10 minutes to let flavors meld. Using a slotted spoon, remove onions, garlic, and lemons from broth; discard. Return liquid to a rolling boil.
- Add cauliflower; turn off heat, cover pot tightly, and let stand until cauliflower is crisp-tender, 5-10 minutes. Drain; spread out cauliflower on a rimmed baking sheet and let cool completely. DO AHEAD: Cauliflower can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.
- Arrange room-temperature or chilled cauliflower on a platter with cocktail sauce for dipping.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 20.7, Fat 0.1, Sodium 3538.6, Carbohydrate 5.3, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 1.7, Protein 0.7
POOR MAN'S "SHRIMP" COCKTAIL
My February Bon Appetit magazine came last week and I saw this recipe on the RSVP page. Chef Kevin Roberts turns cauliflower into a recipe that really tastes like shrimp after giving it a hot bath in geniusly seasoned water and a dunk in some cocktail sauce. It was hard to believe it could possibly come close. Give it a try and see what you think. A great treat for your vegan or allergic guests for Superbowl!!
Provided by Pam Stewart @gigi2six
Categories Other Snacks
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Combine crab boil, salt, onions, garlic and 6 quarts of water in a large pot. Squeeze juice from lemons into pot and add lemon halves. Set pot over high heat and bring to a boil. Cook for 10 minutes to let flavors meld.
- With a slotted spoon remove onions, garlic and lemons from broth and discard.
- Return liquid to a boil.
- Add cauliflower; turn off heat and let stand until cauliflower is crisp tender about 5-10 minutes.
- Drain; spread out cauliflower on a rimmed baking sheet and let cool completely. Chill or serve at room temp. We liked it best chilled.
- Arrange cauliflower on a platter and serve with cocktail sauce.
- Can be done ahead.....Cauliflower can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.
Tips:
- Choose the right tofu. Extra firm or super firm tofu is best for this recipe, as it will hold its shape well when cooked.
- Press the tofu before cooking. This will help to remove excess moisture and make the tofu more flavorful.
- Marinate the tofu for at least 30 minutes. This will help to infuse the tofu with flavor.
- Cook the tofu until it is golden brown and crispy. This will give it a delicious texture.
- Serve the tofu with your favorite dipping sauce. Some popular options include cocktail sauce, tartar sauce, and lemon-dill sauce.
Conclusion:
This vegan shrimp cocktail is a delicious and healthy alternative to the traditional shrimp cocktail. It is made with tofu that is marinated in a flavorful sauce and then cooked until it is golden brown and crispy. The tofu is then served with a dipping sauce of your choice. This dish is perfect for a party appetizer or a light lunch or dinner.
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