Shrimp Cocktail Platter Recipe: 10 Minute Party Appetizer

Shrimp cocktail platter with dipping spoon and lemon garnish.

5 from 1 vote

Shrimp Cocktail Platter Recipe: 10 Minute Party Appetizer

Our Shrimp Cocktail Platter Recipe delivers quick prep, elegant presentation, and party-ready convenience in just minutes. Jumbo chilled shrimp are arranged around a bowl of cocktail sauce set over crushed ice, creating a setup that keeps everything perfectly cold while looking impressive on any appetizer table.

Prep Time10

Total Time10

Course: Appetizer, Holiday

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Calories: 99kcal

Author: Jami Powell

Equipment

Large serving bowl or platter
Small bowl
Tongs

Ingredients

25 to 30 frozen cooked jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined (21–25 count)
1 cup cocktail sauce or one tablespoon of prepared horseradish mixed with one cup of ketchup
crushed ice enough to fill a large serving bowl or platter
1 large lemon sliced into thin rounds
Optional: Fresh parsley sprigs for garnish
Optional: ¼ teaspoon Old Bay seasoning to lightly dust the shrimp

Instructions

Thaw the frozen cooked shrimp according to the package instructions. Rinse under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
Optional: Sprinkle lightly with Old Bay seasoning for additional flavor.
In a small serving bowl, mix the cocktail sauce with 1 tablespoon of prepared horseradish. Stir well to combine.
Fill a large, shallow serving bowl or platter with crushed ice. Place the cocktail sauce bowl in the center of the ice.
Arrange the shrimp in a circular pattern, either hanging over the edge of the bowl or flat on the ice.
Add lemon slices around the shrimp platter for easy access.
(Optional) Sprinkle fresh parsley over the platter for a festive touch.
Serve immediately, keeping the platter chilled by replenishing the ice as needed.

Notes

Storage Store this leftover shrimp appetizer in airtight containers for up to 2 days.

Freeze Refreezing thawed shrimp is not recommended.

Reheat No reheating required.

Substitutions

Shrimp: Use prawns for a slightly larger, meatier option.
Cocktail Sauce: Substitute store-bought cocktail sauce for ketchup and horseradish.

Adjustments Cooking time may need to be adjusted based on the geography of the area (high vs. low elevation), cookware (stoneware vs traditional bakeware), and outdoor temperature if grilling.

Nutrition information is only an estimate

Nutrition