Shrimp Scare-tails

Here’s a fun and spooky Halloween shrimp cocktail recipe that you can try:

Halloween Shrimp Cocktail Recipe

Ingredients:

• For the Shrimp:

  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined (tails on)
  • 1 tablespoon Old Bay seasoning
  • 1 lemon, halved
  • Water (enough to boil the shrimp)

• For the Cocktail Sauce:

  • 1 cup ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons horseradish (adjust to taste)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • Salt and pepper to taste

• For Garnish:

  • Black olives (for spider decoration)
  • Fresh parsley or lettuce (for serving)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Shrimp:

   • In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Squeeze the juice of one lemon half into the water and add the lemon halves and Old Bay seasoning.
   • Add the shrimp to the boiling water and cook for about 2-3 minutes until they turn pink and opaque. Be careful not to overcook them.
   • Remove the shrimp and immediately place them in an ice bath to stop the cooking process. Let them cool for a few minutes, then drain and pat dry.

2. Make the Cocktail Sauce:

   • In a bowl, combine the ketchup, horseradish, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix well and adjust the seasoning to your taste.

3. Assemble the Shrimp Cocktail:

   • Arrange the shrimp on a serving platter or in individual cups.
   • Serve with the cocktail sauce in the center.
   • For a spooky touch, place black olives on top of the shrimp to resemble spiders. You can cut the olives in half and use the halves as the body, with small pieces of olive for the legs.

4. Garnish:

   • Add fresh parsley or lettuce around the shrimp for a festive look.

5. Serve:

   • Enjoy your Halloween shrimp cocktail chilled!

This recipe is delicious and adds a fun Halloween twist to your appetizer spread. Enjoy your spooky celebration!