An elegant presentation for shrimp cocktail and simple way to keep shrimp cold and fresh at your next party or holiday gathering.
Shrimp cocktail is one of my favorite "go-to" appetizers for a party or gathering. It's easy to assemble, it's super healthy and it's delicious. What more could you ask for??!
I found a simple and pretty way to serve shrimp cocktail that will keep it cold for several hours.
Fill a glass bowl or trifle dish about halfway full of ice. Place a small glass bowl in the center for the cocktail sauce and then place sliced lemons on the sides of the larger bowl.
Top off the bowl with more ice and add the shrimp around the top and resting on the sides. Pretty and functional! Now you have a pretty dish to serve and your shrimp stays cold, tasty, and fresh.
I filled the outer punch bowl with ice and placed the lemons on top. Next, I filled the trifle bowl with ice and placed the shrimp on top. Then I placed a few more shrimp and lemon wedges along the sides. It's the same idea, just a different way to serve it. I love how well it keeps the shrimp cool and makes an elegant presentation.
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Rumana Ambrin
Omg!! what lovey cocktail..
Amee Livingston
Thank you Rumana! 🙂
SkinnyMommy
Great presentation!
rozanna
Exactly what I was looking for! I have that exact bowl. Doing this tonight for new years eve! thanks for the great idea!!
Amee Livingston
You're welcome Rozanna!
beth
do you worry about the ice melting over a period of an hour or more?
Amee Livingston
It melts a bit, but stays cold long enough to serve. You can also freeze the bowl prior to serving.
Agnes
How do you keep the ice from sticking to the shrimp?
Amee Livingston
Hi Agnes! I used fairly large ice cubes and it worked great.
Kelly
Did you have an issue with condensation from the ice bowl dripping on the table?
Amee Livingston
Hi Kelly! If it's out for a long period of time or in a warm room the ice will start to melt. I usually put a runner underneath to absorb any condensation.