Cocktail De Camarones
Dive into the refreshing flavors of a classic Mexican *Cocktail de Camarones*! This vibrant dish features tender, cooked shrimp swimming in a zesty mix of tangy tomato juice, ketchup, and fresh lime juice, perfectly balanced with the crunch of diced cucumber, juicy Roma tomatoes, and aromatic cilantro. The kick of jalapeño adds a subtle heat, while creamy diced avocado provides a luscious contrast. Ready to serve in just 25 minutes, this no-cook recipe is ideal as a chilled appetizer or light meal. Pair it with crispy corn tortilla chips for the ultimate dip-worthy treat, or savor it straight from the bowl. Perfectly refreshing, flavorful, and easy to make, this Mexican shrimp cocktail is a must-try for seafood lovers looking to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Cooked shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 2 cups Tomato juice (or Clamato juice)
- 0.5 cup Ketchup
- 0.25 cup Fresh lime juice
- 0.5 cup Red onion (finely diced)
- 1 large Cucumber (peeled, seeded, and diced)
- 3 Roma tomatoes (diced)
- 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 1 Jalapeño pepper (seeded and finely minced)
- 1 large Avocado (diced)
- 2 tsp Hot sauce (e.g., Tabasco or your favorite brand)
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 1 bag Corn tortilla chips (for serving)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the tomato juice (or Clamato juice), ketchup, fresh lime juice, hot sauce, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until the mixture is well blended.
Add the cooked shrimp into the bowl, ensuring they are fully submerged in the sauce mixture.
Fold in the finely diced red onion, diced cucumber, Roma tomatoes, and fresh cilantro.
Add the minced jalapeño pepper for a bit of heat and mix well.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to let the flavors meld together and to chill the mixture.
Before serving, gently fold in the diced avocado to avoid mashing it.
Ladle the shrimp cocktail into individual serving glasses, bowls, or a large serving dish.
Serve immediately with corn tortilla chips on the side for dipping, or enjoy as is with a spoon. Optionally, garnish with additional cilantro or a lime wedge.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2127 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 86.2 g | 111% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.1 g | 60% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 886 mg | 295% | |
| Sodium | 6248 mg | 272% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 239.6 g | 87% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 38.1 g | 136% | |
| Total Sugars | 52.3 g | ||
| Protein | 138.0 g | 276% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 539 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 10.5 mg | 58% | |
| Potassium | 5064 mg | 108% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
