Spanish-Style Shrimp Cocktail Delight
Spanish-Style Shrimp Cocktail Delight
Equipment
- Serving platter
Ingrediënten
- 7 cups Water or Fish Stock for cooking liquid
- 1½ pounds small shrimp peeled and deveined
- Shredded lettuce for garnish
- Parsley for garnish
- Cocktail Sauce:
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon brandy such as Spanish brandy or Cognac
- 1 large hard-boiled egg finely chopped
- ¼ teaspoon dried tarragon
- ½ teaspoon caper or pickle juice
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
- Salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
Instructies
- In a large pot, bring the cooking liquid (water or fish stock) to a simmer.
- Add the shrimp and cook over low heat until they turn pink, approximately 2 to 3 minutes.
- Drain, let them cool, and then remove the shells and veins.
- In a small bowl, mix all the cocktail sauce ingredients until well combined.
- Cover and refrigerate the shrimp and the sauce separately for at least 2 hours or until ready to use.
- To serve, arrange lettuce leaves on a serving platter, place the shrimp in the center, and drizzle with the prepared sauce.
- Garnish with parsley for a visually appealing and flavorful Spanish-Style Shrimp Cocktail Delight.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Wine Advice:
Pair this delightful shrimp cocktail with a crisp and refreshing Spanish white wine such as Albariño or Verdejo. The acidity of these wines complements the richness of the cocktail sauce, enhancing the overall dining experience. If you prefer red wine, a light-bodied Spanish red like Garnacha would also pair nicely with the shrimp.Nutritional Information
Calories: 350 kcal | Carbohydrates: 3 g | Protein: 25 g | Fat: 26 g | Sugar: 1 g
