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Shrimp Cocktail

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Perfectly cooked shrimp cocktail made in the microwave using the glass Anyday dish, ensuring tender shrimp with no unpleasant odors. Enjoy a quick and elegant appetizer that's ready in minutes.
Shrimp Cocktail
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Prep Time

5 mins

Cook Time

3-4 mins
1 reviews

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Juicy, succulent shrimp are ready in under the time it takes you to peel a plate’s worth. Once cooled, pair them with spicy cocktail sauce for a retro appetizer. Be prepared to win cocktail party fun fact of the night if you tell your guests you cooked shrimp in the microwave.

All of Anyday’s recipes are tested (and retested!) in many different microwave and home kitchens to make sure they work— and work well. Unless specified otherwise, all recipes should be cooked at full power.

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What You’ll Need

What You’ll Need

The Large Shallow Dish

This dish’s large, flat bottom is great for casseroles, long veggies, fish filets, crispy bacon, and more.

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Wattage translates to how powerful the microwave is. The higher the wattage, the faster your food will cook. The lower the wattage, the longer the cook time.

When in doubt, start with less time — you can always add more.

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Dish

The Large Shallow Dish

Ingredients

For the shrimp:

  • 8 oz (225g ) raw shrimp, shells removed and deveined
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest (about half a lemon)
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt

For the sauce:

  • ½ cup (130g) chili sauce or ketchup
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons horseradish, prepared or cream
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon tabasco sauce, optional


Preparation

  1. Place the shrimp in the Anyday dish and season with the lemon zest and salt. Cover with lid (knob lifted).
  2. Cook in the microwave for 3-4 minutes, or until the shrimp is pink and fully cooked, being careful not to overcook.
  3. Transfer the shrimp to a flat tray or plate and place in the fridge until completely cool.
  4. Mix the sauce ingredients until smooth, adjusting seasoning and spice to your taste.


Serving suggestions & tips

  • Use some chipotle sauce instead of tabasco for a smoky alternative.
  • Enjoy with fresh celery or endive leaves for a retro appetizer.
  • Use pre-made cocktail sauce if you prefer.


Recipe notes

  • You can use fresh or frozen shrimp. No need to thaw the frozen shrimp, just add 1-2 extra minutes during cooking time.
  • Microwave ovens vary, even with the same wattages. Adjust cooking times as needed.