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Roasted Lime and Garlic Shrimp Cocktail

Ashley Manila
A flavorful twist on classic shrimp cocktail! Loaded with zesty lime and garlic - this is sure to fly off the table.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 1 8-12 appetizer servings

Ingredients
 

  • For the 2 pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined, with the tails kept on
  • Zest of 1 large lime
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

For the cocktail sauce:

  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 1 -2 tablespoon horseradish (or to taste)
  • 1/2 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 ⁄4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 ⁄4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper pepper

Instructions
 

For the Shrimp:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees (F). Place the shrimp in an even layer on a large baking sheet; set aside. In a small bowl combine the lime zest, lime juice, oil oil, salt, pepper, and garlic; stir well to combine. Pour the mixture over the shrimp and toss the shrimp around a little to help coat them evenly. Be sure to arrange the shrimp in an even layer without any of them overlapping when finished. Roast the shrimp for 8-9 minutes, or until they're pink and opaque all the way through. Transfer shrimp to a clean dish and let them cool. Place in the fridge until needed.

For the cocktail sauce:

  • In a small bowl combine all of the ingredients, mixing well to evenly combine. Chill until needed.

Notes

This recipe can easily be double as needed. This recipe may be made up to 12 hours in advance and kept in the fridge until served.
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