Roasted Shrimp Cocktail
It’s surprisingly easy to elevate shrimp cocktail from forgettable to unforgettable. You don’t need a complicated brine or a fancy setup—just good-quality shrimp and a hot oven.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs 12 to 15-count shrimp
- 1 tbs olive oil
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp fresh ground black pepper
- 1 lemon
- your favorite cocktail sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Peel and devein the shrimp, leaving the tails on. (Or take 'em off if you prefer!)
- Toss them in a bowl with the Olive Oil, Salt & Pepper. Spread them in a single layer on a sheet pan.
- Roast for about 8 minutes, flipping once, just until pink and firm and cooked through. Set aside to cool.
- Serve with lemon wedges and your favorite cocktail sauce.
Notes
These can be made up to a day in advance. Store in a glass, air tight container.