Spicy Shrimp Cocktail Shots

1.Fill a large pot with water and bring it to a boil. Add a pinch of salt to the boiling water.

2.Add the shrimp to the boiling water and cook for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink and opaque. Do not overcook them.

3.Immediately transfer the cooked shrimp to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Let them chill for about 5 minutes.

4.In a medium bowl, combine the ketchup, horseradish, hot sauce, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, and garlic powder. Stir well to make the cocktail sauce.

5.Remove the shrimp from the ice water and pat them dry with paper towels.

6.In a small shot glass or serving cup, spoon a generous amount of the cocktail sauce into the bottom.

7.Place one or two shrimp on top of the cocktail sauce in each glass.

8.Garnish each shot with a sprinkle of chopped cilantro and parsley, a lemon wedge, and a few fresh cilantro and parsley leaves.

9.Serve the shrimp cocktail shots chilled, and enjoy the zesty flavors!