Shrimp Cocktail Party! | Home Movies with Alison Roman

Introduce the recipe and express excitement about making shrimp cocktail.

Prepare a court bouillon by simmering water with onion, lemon, garlic, celery, and optional ingredients like fennel, chili flakes, peppercorns, and bay leaf.

Let the court bouillon boil for 2 to 5 minutes.

Discuss the ideal size of shrimp for cocktail, recommending large shrimp.

Explain the deveining process and personal preference for deveining after cooking.

Add 2 pounds of shrimp to the court bouillon and season with Jacobsen Kosher Salt.

Poach the shrimp for 90 seconds to 2 minutes, monitoring their color change from gray to pink.

Test one shrimp for doneness, ensuring it is not overcooked and remains slightly translucent in the center.

Remove the shrimp from the pot and cool them on a sheet pan instead of using an ice bath, noting they will continue to cook slightly off the heat.

Prepare the cocktail sauce using Heinz ketchup, Lea & Perrins Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, and optional horseradish for flavor and texture.

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