Best 7 Shrimp Cocktail Shooters Recipes

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Shrimp cocktail shooters are a classic appetizer that is perfect for any party or gathering. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Whether you prefer a traditional recipe or something a little more unique, there is a shrimp cocktail shooter recipe out there for everyone. In this article, we will explore some of the best shrimp cocktail shooter recipes that are sure to impress your guests. From classic shrimp cocktail sauce to more creative variations, we have something for every taste. So get ready to dive into the delicious world of shrimp cocktail shooters and find your new favorite recipe!

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MEXICAN SHRIMP COCKTAIL



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I first tried something similar to this in San Antonio and could never find a recipe that really recaptured what I had there. I experimented and finally came up with this. Anyone who has tried it has begged for the recipe. Try it with tortilla chips!

Provided by Sarah Z

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Seafood     Shrimp

Time 3h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 pounds cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tablespoon crushed garlic
½ cup finely chopped red onion
¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1 ½ cups tomato and clam juice cocktail
¼ cup ketchup
¼ cup fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce, or to taste
¼ cup prepared horseradish
salt to taste
1 ripe avocado - peeled, pitted and chopped

Steps:

  • Place the shrimp in a large bowl. Stir garlic, red onion, and cilantro. Mix in tomato and clam juice cocktail, ketchup, lime juice, hot pepper sauce, and horseradish. Season with salt. Gently stir in avocado. Cover, and refrigerate 2 to 3 hours. Serve in one large bowl or ladle into individual bowls.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 257.8 calories, Carbohydrate 15.8 g, Cholesterol 295.1 mg, Fat 6.7 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 33.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 710.6 mg, Sugar 6.1 g

MARGARITA SHOT-GLASS SHRIMP



Margarita Shot-Glass Shrimp image

Get ready for raves! Individual zesty shrimp cocktails will be a hit at your next get-together.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Appetizer

Time 30m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 9

Lime wedges, if desired
Coarse salt, if desired
Coarse ground black pepper, if desired
1 cup zesty cocktail sauce
1/2 cup finely chopped red or yellow bell pepper
1 tablespoon lime juice
2 cans (8 oz each) crushed pineapple in juice, drained
24 cooked deveined peeled large shrimp (about 2 lb)
Cilantro sprigs, if desired

Steps:

  • If desired, rub rims of 24 (2-oz) cordial glasses (shot glasses) with lime wedges; dip rims in coarse salt and pepper.
  • In medium bowl, mix cocktail sauce, bell pepper, lime juice and pineapple. Place about 1 tablespoon sauce mixture in bottom of each glass. Place 1 shrimp in each glass; top each with lime wedge and cilantro sprig. Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate until serving time.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 60, Carbohydrate 6 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Appetizer, Sodium 210 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 0 g

SHRIMP COCKTAIL SHOOTERS



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Categories     Shellfish     Appetizer     Marinate     Cocktail Party

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

½ cup ketchup
½ cup chili sauce (I like Thai hot)
½ teaspoon fresh lemon juice, or more to taste
½ tablespoon horseradish
12 Shrimp, peeled and deveined (we recommend size 26/31)
Lemon wheels for garnish

Steps:

  • Combine all cocktail sauce ingredients in a serving bowl and stir to blend, set aside. Bring large pot of water to boil. Add shrimp and cook for 3-4 mins until pink. Drain and put shrimp in an ice bath. Use funnel to pour cocktail sauce into shot glasses. Garnish each shooter with one shrimp and one lemon wheel. Serve immediately.

SHRIMP COCKTAIL ("BULLSHOT")



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Provided by Tyler Florence

Categories     appetizer

Time 25m

Yield 4 shots

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup shrimp stock or court bouillon
1 cup tomato juice, made from blended San Marzano tomatoes
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 teaspoons prepared horseradish, optional
2 shots vodka
Ice cubes
4 shrimp, poached in shrimp boil, heads removed and peeled
4 lemon wedges

Steps:

  • Begin by reducing the shrimp court bouillon. Take a cup of the reserved broth, strain it and set over medium heat, simmering until it reduces by half; this concentrates the flavors. Once reduced, set aside over an ice bath to cool and then refrigerate.
  • To a blender, add the tomato juice, shrimp stock, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, horseradish, if desired, and the vodka and blend until smooth. Pour into 4 ice-filled rocks glasses. Garnish each glass with a poached shrimp and wedge of lemon.

STEAKHOUSE SHRIMP COCKTAIL WITH SISTER SAUCES



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Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories     appetizer

Time 25m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 lemon, sliced in half
1 pound large (10/15 per pound) shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/4 cup fresh parsley sprigs
2 cloves garlic, smashed
Kosher salt
10 whole black peppercorns
Crushed ice
Spicy Cocktail Sauce (see recipe below)
Lemon-Basil Cocktail Sauce (see recipe below)
3/4 cup ketchup
1 tablespoon chipotle in adobo sauce
1 teaspoon prepared horseradish
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
2 tablespoons lemon zest
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Poach the shrimp: Add 6 cups of water to a medium-sized saucepan. Squeeze the lemon juice into the saucepan and then add in the lemon halves as well. Add the parsley sprigs, garlic, 1 teaspoon salt and peppercorns and bring to a simmer. Once the water is simmering, add the shrimp and cook until just opaque, 3 to 4 minutes. Remove the shrimp from the poaching liquid and chill completely.
  • To serve: Cover a platter with crushed ice and arrange the shrimp on top. Serve with the Spicy Cocktail and Lemon-Basil cocktail sauces.
  • Add the ketchup, chipotle, horseradish and lemon juice to a small bowl and whisk to combine.
  • Add the sour cream, mayonnaise, basil, lemon zest, 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper to a small bowl and whisk to combine.

RETRO FIRECRACKER PRAWN COCKTAIL SHOTS! (SHRIMP COCKTAIL SHOTS)



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The French LOVE serving "Amuse Gueule" (appetisers) in shot glasses! So, I thought I would concoct a special recipe to accompany our pre-dinner aperitifs this New Year! A retro 1960's starter that I believe still has a place when served for special meals and parties, and this is so simple; it's also a great idea for a large gathering, as the glasses are small enough to nibble from whilst you sip your drinks! I used Mache (Lamb's Lettuce) in these prawn cocktail shots in the photos - but a selection of any seasonal salad leaves would be fine. The Firecracker comes from the addition of tabasco, pink peppercorns and cayenne pepper in the seafood sauce - adjust the quantities to suit your own taste - we like it piquant! Salut!

Provided by French Tart

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 5m

Yield 12 Small Prawn/Shrimp Cocktail Shots, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

500 g peeled cooked prawns or 500 g shrimp
200 g good quality mayonnaise or 200 g homemade mayonnaise
3 tablespoons tomato ketchup
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Tabasco sauce, to taste
salt and pepper
assorted mixed salad green, such as lambs lettuce, mesclun, little gem lettuces
1 tablespoon pink peppercorns, crushed
cayenne pepper, for sprinkling

Steps:

  • Calculate how many "shots" you are making, and reserve one prawn (preferably with tail on) for decoration.
  • Mix the mayonnaise, ketchup, lemon juice and Tabasco in a bowl, season to taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  • Take your shot glasses, or small water glasses and line with some mixed salad leaves or lettuce.
  • Place about 5 prawns on top of the leaves/lettuce. The amount of prawns depends on what size they are.
  • Spoon over your seafood sauce and lightly mix through the prawns.
  • Sprinkle with the crushed pink peppercorns and cayenne pepper, and garnish with a prawn over the edge of the glass.
  • A lemon wedge can be added as well - but I find it is fiddly to deal with whilst slurping cocktails, and the sauce should be lemony enough!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 33.5, Fat 0.4, SaturatedFat 0.1, Cholesterol 52.5, Sodium 277.6, Carbohydrate 1.4, Sugar 0.9, Protein 5.7

SHRIMP SHOOTERS



Shrimp Shooters image

This very refreshing appetizer comes from Southern Living, June 2007. Cook time reflects time to chill. I hope you will enjoy it!

Provided by Bev I Am

Categories     Refrigerator

Time 8h15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2/3 cup olive oil
1/2 cup white balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons grated lemon rind
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
1 teaspoon hot sauce
1 1/2 lbs peeled large cooked shrimp
romaine lettuce hearts, leaves

Steps:

  • To Make Vinaigrette:.
  • Whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and next 5 ingredients in a bowl.
  • For Shrimp:.
  • Place cooked shrimp and vinaigrette mixture in a large zip-top plastic freezer bag.
  • Seal and chill at least 8 hours or up to 24 hours, turning bag occasionally.
  • Arrange lettuce leaves in 8 (6- to 8-oz.) glasses.
  • Spoon shrimp mixture evenly into glasses.
  • Note: Vinaigrette may be prepared ahead and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 1 week. Let vinaigrette come to room temperature, and whisk before adding cooked shrimp.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 244.8, Fat 18.9, SaturatedFat 2.7, Cholesterol 165.8, Sodium 497.2, Carbohydrate 0.4, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.1, Protein 17.8

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh, wild-caught shrimp.
  • If you are using frozen shrimp, thaw them completely before cooking.
  • Cook the shrimp just until they turn pink and opaque. Overcooked shrimp will be tough and rubbery.
  • Chill the shrimp for at least 30 minutes before serving. This will help them to firm up and make them easier to handle.
  • Use a variety of sauces for dipping the shrimp. Cocktail sauce, tartar sauce, and remoulade are all popular choices.
  • Garnish the shrimp with lemon wedges, parsley, or dill.

Conclusion:

Shrimp cocktail shooters are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any party or gathering. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a dish that is both elegant and flavorful. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy appetizer, give shrimp cocktail shooters a try. Your guests will love them!

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