Ingredients
- Optional Substitutions:
Instructions
- Place 1 cup of water and 3 cups of the Bloody Mary mix in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat.
- Remove from heat. Add shrimp; cover and let stand until shrimp are barely opaque in centers, about 8 minutes.
- Immediately stir ice into the shrimp mixture to stop cooking; let stand until shrimp are cool, about 5 minutes. Drain shrimp and pat dry.
- Stir together cocktail sauce, vodka, olive oil, lemon juice, hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce, celery seeds, black pepper, and the remaining 1 cup Bloody Mary mix in a large bowl or a large heavy-duty ziplock plastic freezer bag.
- Stir shrimp, sliced celery, and onion into the cocktail sauce mixture. Cover (or seal bag), and place in the refrigerator to marinate at least 8 hours or, preferably, up to 24 hours.
- Transfer shrimp mixture to a large serving bowl. Top with desired garnishes, and serve immediately. (The dish can be made in advance. Store, covered, in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.)
Notes
Choose the Right Shrimp:For the best results, use medium-sized shrimp that are peeled and deveined. The shrimp should be fresh or properly thawed if using frozen.
Chill Properly:Allow the shrimp to marinate for at least 8 hours to ensure they absorb all the flavors of the marinade. For the best taste, prepare this dish a day ahead.
Control the Heat:Adjust the amount of hot sauce according to your spice tolerance. You can always serve extra hot sauce on the side for those who like it extra spicy.