Shrimp, tomato and vodka appetizer
4 servings
60 minutes
This shrimp, tomato, and vodka appetizer is a vivid example of the exquisite combination of seafood and spicy sauces. Originating from European cuisine, it incorporates bold notes of American cocktail sauce with vodka, giving it a light spiciness and rich flavor. The sweetness of tomatoes in the ketchup harmonizes with horseradish and Tabasco, creating a tangy and appetite-boosting taste. Shrimp soaked in this spicy mixture remain tender and juicy, while added celery and green onions provide freshness and crunch. This appetizer is perfect as a stylish treat for parties or festive receptions, especially paired with chilled cocktails. Easy to prepare yet impressive, it will not leave seafood lovers and fans of rich flavor combinations indifferent.
1
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add shrimp, remove from heat, and let sit for 5 minutes. Drain in a colander and leave at room temperature for 30 minutes.
- Peeled shrimp: 450 g
2
Cut each shrimp into 3 pieces, place in a bowl, and add finely chopped celery and green onion.
- Peeled shrimp: 450 g
- Celery stalk: 3 pieces
- Green onions: 70 g
3
For the sauce, mix ketchup, vodka, lemon juice, horseradish, Worcestershire sauce, Tabasco, 0.75 teaspoons of salt, and 0.25 teaspoons of pepper.
- Ketchup: 0.5 glass
- Vodka: 0.3 glass
- Lemon juice: 0.3 glass
- Horseradish: 30 g
- Worcestershire sauce: 1 teaspoon
- TABASCO®: 1 teaspoon
- Avocado: 1 piece
4
Before serving, drizzle the shrimp with sauce and mix well.
- Peeled shrimp: 450 g