Dirty Martini Shrimp Cocktail Recipe

Directions

Cook the Shrimp

1. In a medium pot, combine the water, vermouth, salt, peppercorns, bay leaves, and lemon slices. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.

2. Once simmering, add the shrimp and cook until they turn pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes. You want the water at a low simmer, not a boil, to keep the shrimp from getting rubbery.

3. Immediately transfer the shrimp to an ice bath to stop the cooking process.

4. Let them chill for a few minutes, then drain and pat them dry.

Make the dirty martini cocktail sauce

1. In a small bowl combine the ketchup, tomato puree, grated ginger, olive brine, gin, vermouth, Worcestershire sauce and hot sauce and stir until well combined.

Assemble the shrimp cocktail

1. Arrange the shrimp on a platter or in individual cocktail glasses.

2. Spoon the dirty martini cocktail sauce into a dipping bowl or add it directly to the glasses.

3. Garnish with green olives on toothpicks and serve with lemon wedges on the side.