Shrimp Cocktail Coctel De Camarones Dom Republic
Experience the vibrant flavors of the Caribbean with this Shrimp Cocktail, or "Cóctel de Camarones," inspired by the Dominican Republic. This refreshing seafood dish combines tender, perfectly cooked shrimp marinated in zesty lime juice with a rich homemade cocktail sauce made from tomato ketchup, fresh orange juice, and a hint of hot sauce. Tossed with crisp vegetables like red onion, green bell pepper, and juicy tomatoes, and finished with creamy avocado and fragrant cilantro, every bite bursts with tropical flair. Served chilled and paired with crackers, this quick and easy recipe is perfect as a light appetizer or a stunning addition to any summer gathering. Ready in just 20 minutes, this Dominican shrimp cocktail is a true taste of paradise!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Medium shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 3 tablespoons Lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Tomato ketchup
- 0.25 cup Fresh orange juice
- 1 teaspoon Hot sauce (like Tabasco or Dominican-style hot sauce)
- 0.5 cup Red onion (finely diced)
- 0.5 cup Green bell pepper (finely diced)
- 1 large Tomato (diced)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 1 large Avocado (diced)
- optional Crackers (for serving)
Instructions
Bring a medium pot of water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt and the shrimp. Cook the shrimp for about 2-3 minutes, or until they turn pink and are fully cooked. Do not overcook.
Drain the shrimp and immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Let them cool completely, then drain again and pat dry with paper towels.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the lime juice and salt. Add the cooked shrimp and toss to coat. Let the shrimp marinate for about 5 minutes to absorb the lime flavor.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the tomato ketchup, fresh orange juice, and hot sauce to create the cocktail sauce. Adjust the seasoning to taste if desired.
Add the red onion, green bell pepper, diced tomato, and cilantro to the shrimp. Pour the cocktail sauce over the shrimp mixture and gently toss to combine.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate the shrimp cocktail for at least 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Just before serving, gently fold in the diced avocado for a creamy texture.
Serve chilled in individual bowls or glasses with crackers on the side, if desired. Enjoy this refreshing Dominican-style shrimp cocktail!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
732 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.4 g | 44% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.8 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3844 mg | 167% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 107.1 g | 39% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.9 g | 75% | |
| Total Sugars | 48.1 g | ||
| Protein | 10.7 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 102 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 3.1 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 2016 mg | 43% | |
*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.
