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Fresh shrimp cook faster than frozen. Adjust boiling time accordingly
Larger shrimp require slightly longer boiling times compared to smaller shrimp.
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Start by bringing a pot of water to a full, rolling boil before adding the shrimp.
Add a splash of lemon juice, peppercorns, or bay leaves for extra flavor.
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Gently add your shrimp to the boiling water and ensure they're submerged.
For perfectly cooked shrimp cocktail, boil shrimp for 2-3 minutes for small/medium shrimp and 3-4 minutes for large shrimp
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Look for the shrimp to turn opaque pink and slightly curl at the tails.
Immediately drain the shrimp after boiling to prevent overcooking.
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Rinse the shrimp under cold running water to stop the cooking process and prevent them from becoming mushy.
Peel, devein and chill your cooked shrimp before serving in your delicious shrimp cocktail
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Now you're a shrimp cocktail boiling pro! Time to impress your taste buds with perfectly cooked shrimp