Holiday Baked Brie for New Year
A fresh and elegant Classic New Year’s Eve Shrimp Platter featuring perfectly cooked shrimp arranged beautifully with zesty lemon wedges and tangy cocktail sauce. This easy-to-prepare appetizer is perfect for celebrating and entertaining, served well chilled for maximum flavor and freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes (if cooking shrimp)
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 to 6 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Boiling and Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Shrimp Platter Ingredients
- 1 pound cooked large shrimp (peeled and deveined, tail-on)
- 3–4 lemon wedges for garnish
- 1 cup cocktail sauce
Instructions
- Cook the shrimp (if using raw shrimp): Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the raw shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink and opaque. Immediately transfer the shrimp to an ice bath to stop the cooking process and chill completely.
- Arrange the shrimp: Drain the shrimp well and pat dry. Neatly arrange them in a circular pattern around a large serving platter, ensuring the tails are visible for easy handling.
- Add the cocktail sauce: Place the cocktail sauce in a small bowl and set it in the center of the shrimp arrangement on the platter.
- Garnish with lemon wedges: Decorate the platter with lemon wedges around the shrimp to add a fresh citrus touch and enhance presentation.
- Chill before serving: Refrigerate the platter for at least 30 minutes before serving to keep the shrimp cold and the flavors fresh.
Notes
- If using pre-cooked shrimp, simply thaw and chill before arranging.
- Cocktail sauce can be store-bought or homemade with ketchup, horseradish, lemon juice, and Worcestershire sauce.
- Serve with extra lemon wedges and toothpicks for easy eating.
- Keep the shrimp chilled to maintain food safety and optimal taste.
Find it online: https://yumfoodusa.com/holiday-baked-brie-for-new-year/