Shrimp Cocktail

This Low Carb Shrimp Cocktail features succulent shrimp served with a zesty homemade cocktail sauce, perfect for a refreshing snack or appetizer. It's a delightful combination of flavors that is both satisfying and healthy.

Ingredients

• Shrimp (peeled and deveined) - 250 grams
• Water - 1 liter
• Lemon - 1 (juiced)
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Cayenne pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Horseradish sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Sugar-free ketchup - 4 tablespoons
• Worcestershire sauce - 1 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh parsley - for garnish

Steps

1. In a pot, bring 1 liter of water to a boil and add the lemon juice and salt.
2. Add the shrimp to the boiling water and cook for 2-3 minutes until they are pink and opaque.
3. Remove the shrimp from the water and immediately transfer them to an ice bath to stop the cooking process. Let them cool for about 5 minutes.
4. In a small bowl, mix together the horseradish sauce, sugar-free ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, and cayenne pepper to create the cocktail sauce.
5. Drain the shrimp and pat them dry with a paper towel.
6. Drizzle the shrimp with olive oil and toss to coat lightly.
7. Serve the chilled shrimp on a plate with the cocktail sauce on the side, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 28 g
• Carbs: 5 g
• Fiber: 0 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 1100 mg
• Cholesterol: 150 mg
• Total Fat: 4 g
• Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 3.5 g
• Water: 0.75 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, aiding in muscle building and repair.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.

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