Cranberry Shrimp Cocktail
Recipe: #21328
October 14, 2015
Categories: Sauce, Savory Sauces, Shrimp, Cranberry, Appetizers, Pacific Northwest, Christmas, New Years, Thanksgiving, Gluten-Free, Low Fat, No Eggs, Non-Dairy, more
"A Thanksgiving or Christmas appetizer. Cook time does not include time to chill the sauce."
Original is 12 servings
Ingredients
Nutritional
- Serving Size: 1 (88 g)
- Calories 156.2
- Total Fat - 1.7 g
- Saturated Fat - 0.7 g
- Cholesterol - 83.4 mg
- Sodium - 591.9 mg
- Total Carbohydrate - 25.5 g
- Dietary Fiber - 0.7 g
- Sugars - 14.8 g
- Protein - 9.5 g
- Calcium - 62.2 mg
- Iron - 0.4 mg
- Vitamin C - 2.4 mg
- Thiamin - 0 mg
Step by Step Method
Step 1
Combine all ingredients EXCEPT shrimp in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil on medium-high heat. Reduce heat; simmer for 10 minutes or until onion is tender and sauce thickens slightly, stirring frequently.
Step 2
Cool; refrigerate until cold.
Step 3
Fill a large bowl with crushed ice; place bowl of cocktail sauce in center of ice. Arrange shrimp on ice around bowl of sauce.
Tips
No special items needed.
Editorial Notes
The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.
- Choose cooked shrimp with the tails still on for a more appealing presentation.
- For a spicier flavor, use a hot chili sauce instead of the regular Heinz chili sauce.
- Substitute honey for the cranberry sauce for a sweeter flavor. The benefit of this substitution is that the sweetness of the honey will balance out the spiciness of the chili sauce and horseradish, creating a more balanced flavor profile.
- Substitute lemon juice for the red wine vinegar for a more tart flavor. The benefit of this substitution is that the tartness of the lemon juice will add a refreshing flavor to the dish, and will also help to bring out the sweetness of the honey.
Cilantro Lime Cocktail Combine all ingredients EXCEPT shrimp in a medium saucepan. Add 1/4 cup of freshly chopped cilantro and the juice of one lime. Bring to a boil on medium-high heat. Reduce heat; simmer for 10 minutes or until onion is tender and sauce thickens slightly, stirring frequently. Cool; refrigerate until cold. Fill a large bowl with crushed ice; place bowl of cocktail sauce in center of ice. Arrange shrimp on ice around bowl of sauce.
Baked Brie with Pecans and Cranberries: A creamy and crunchy accompaniment to the Cranberry Shrimp Cocktail, this baked Brie dish is bursting with flavor. The sweetness of the cranberries and the nuttiness of the pecans pair perfectly with the savory shrimp appetizer.
Crispy Prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus: This savory dish is perfect for pairing with the Cranberry Shrimp Cocktail. The salty prosciutto and crisp asparagus provide a delicious contrast to the sweetness of the shrimp and cranberries. Plus, it's quick and easy to make, making it a great addition to any dinner party.
FAQ
Q: How long does the Cranberry Shrimp Cocktail take to prepare?
A: The Cranberry Shrimp Cocktail takes about 10 minutes to prepare, not including time to chill the sauce.
Q: What ingredients are used in the Cranberry Shrimp Cocktail?
A: The Cranberry Shrimp Cocktail requires cooked shrimp, mayonnaise, horseradish sauce, cranberry sauce, and a few seasonings.
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Fun facts:
The cranberry sauce in this recipe is made by the popular Ocean Spray brand, which was founded by three cranberry farmers in 1930. The company was the first agricultural cooperative in the United States.
The chili sauce in this recipe is made by the famous Heinz brand, which was founded by Henry John Heinz in 1869. The company is now one of the world’s largest food manufacturers, selling products in over 200 countries around the world.