Traditional Mexican Shrimp Cocktail
Dive into the vibrant and refreshing flavors of a **Traditional Mexican Shrimp Cocktail**, a classic dish that combines fresh seafood with zesty ingredients for an irresistible appetizer or light meal. Succulent, tender shrimp are gently poached and tossed in a tangy tomato-based sauce made with **tomato juice, ketchup, fresh lime juice, and a splash of hot sauce**, delivering a perfect balance of bright and spicy notes. Crisp, diced vegetables like **cucumber, Roma tomato, and red onion** add crunch, while creamy chunks of **avocado** and aromatic **cilantro** elevate every bite. This easy-to-make recipe is ready in under 30 minutes and is best served chilled, garnished with lime wedges, and paired with tortilla chips or saltine crackers for dipping. Whether you're hosting a party or craving authentic Mexican cuisine, this shrimp cocktail is sure to impress while offering a refreshing taste of Mexico.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 cups Tomato juice (such as Clamato)
- 0.5 cup Ketchup
- 0.25 cup Fresh lime juice
- 1 tbsp Hot sauce (e.g., Tabasco or Valentina)
- 0.5 cup Red onion, finely diced
- 2 Roma tomato, diced
- 1 Cucumber, peeled, seeded, and diced
- 0.25 cup Cilantro, finely chopped
- 1 Avocado, diced
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Ground black pepper
- 1 handful Tortilla chips or saltine crackers (for serving)
- 4 Lime wedges (for garnish)
Instructions
Bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil. Add the peeled and deveined shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes, until just pink and opaque. Drain and transfer shrimp to an ice bath to stop cooking. Once cooled, chop shrimp into bite-sized pieces if desired.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the tomato juice, ketchup, fresh lime juice, and hot sauce until smooth and well combined.
Add the diced red onion, Roma tomato, cucumber, and cilantro to the tomato mixture. Stir to combine.
Gently fold in the cooked shrimp and diced avocado. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust hot sauce or lime juice as needed for desired flavor.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 15-30 minutes to chill and allow flavors to meld.
Serve the shrimp cocktail in individual glasses or bowls, garnished with lime wedges. Accompany with tortilla chips or saltine crackers for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1164 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.2 g | 40% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.7 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 857 mg | 286% | |
| Sodium | 5261 mg | 229% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 110.6 g | 40% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.0 g | 75% | |
| Total Sugars | 49.7 g | ||
| Protein | 123.3 g | 247% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 536 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 8.0 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 4080 mg | 87% | |
*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.
