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Shrimp Cocktail Bites

Easy Shrimp Cocktail Bites Recipe for Quick Appetizers

Delightful Shrimp Cocktail Bites with zesty cocktail sauce, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 bites
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 140
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup cocktail sauce
  • 2 pieces lemon wedges
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Equipment

  • Pot for boiling
  • ice bath container
  • cocktail glasses or skewers

Method
 

  1. Thaw frozen shrimp under cold water if necessary.
  2. Boil shrimp in salted water for 2-3 minutes until pink. Transfer to an ice bath to stop cooking.
  3. Place each shrimp on small cocktail glasses or skewers.
  4. Top each shrimp with a dollop of cocktail sauce or serve alongside in small bowls.
  5. Sprinkle with parsley and arrange lemon wedges around the platter.
  6. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 140kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 22gFat: 2g

Notes

Feel free to swap cocktail sauce for a homemade version or add diced avocados for creaminess.

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