Mexican Shrimp Cocktail

Mexican Shrimp Cocktail is a refreshing and vibrant dish that bursts with flavors of the sea combined with fresh vegetables, tangy citrus, and a spicy tomato sauce. It’s light yet satisfying, perfect for warm days or when you’re looking for something bright and zesty. The tender shrimp, mixed with crisp cucumbers, tomatoes, and onions, all bathed in a flavorful tomato-citrus marinade, creates a cocktail that’s both invigorating and delicious.

If you’re looking for a dish that’s not only a treat for your taste buds but also a showstopper for any gathering, Mexican Shrimp Cocktail is the way to go. And if you’re not a fan of too much heat, feel free to adjust the spice level by using a milder sauce. Whether served as an appetizer or a main course, this dish is sure to impress!

Kitchen Equipment Needed:
– Large mixing bowl
– Knife and cutting board
– Measuring cups and spoons
– Citrus juicer
– Small saucepan (optional, for boiling shrimp if uncooked)
– Large spoon for mixing

### Ingredients:
– 1 lb cooked shrimp, peeled, deveined, and chopped (leave a few whole for garnish if desired)
– 1/2 cup ketchup
– 1/2 cup Clamato (or tomato juice)
– 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice (about 2-3 limes)
– 1/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
– 1 tablespoon hot sauce (adjust to taste)
– 1 medium cucumber, peeled and diced
– 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
– 1 medium tomato, diced
– 1 jalapeño pepper, finely chopped (optional for extra heat)
– 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Avocado, diced (optional, for garnish)
– Tortilla chips or saltine crackers, for serving

### Directions:

1. **Prepare the Shrimp**: If using raw shrimp, bring a small pot of salted water to a boil. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until they turn pink and opaque. Drain and place in an ice bath to stop the cooking. Once cool, chop the shrimp into bite-sized pieces.

2. **Mix the Base**: In a large mixing bowl, combine the ketchup, Clamato (or tomato juice), lime juice, orange juice, and hot sauce. Stir well to create a flavorful base for the shrimp cocktail.

3. **Add the Vegetables**: To the bowl, add the diced cucumber, red onion, tomato, jalapeño (if using), and cilantro. Mix well.

4. **Combine with Shrimp**: Add the chopped shrimp to the mixture and stir to coat everything evenly. Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed.

5. **Chill**: Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

6. **Serve**: Serve the Mexican Shrimp Cocktail in individual glasses or bowls, garnished with diced avocado (if using) and a few whole shrimp on top. Serve with tortilla chips or saltine crackers for scooping.

### Prep Time:
– 15 minutes

### Cook Time:
– 5 minutes (if cooking shrimp)

### Total Time:
– 20 minutes (plus chilling time)

### Nutrition (per serving, based on 4 servings):
– Calories: ~180
– Protein: 22g
– Carbohydrates: 16g
– Fat: 4g
– Fiber: 3g
– Sodium: ~600mg

Mexican Shrimp Cocktail is a perfect blend of fresh and bold flavors, ideal for any occasion. The combination of shrimp with the tangy and slightly spicy tomato base, plus the crunch of fresh veggies, makes for a delicious and light dish. Serve it chilled for a refreshing treat that will remind you of sunny days by the coast.

Mexican Shrimp Cocktail

a refreshing and vibrant dish that bursts with flavors of the sea combined with fresh vegetables, tangy citrus, and a spicy tomato sauce.

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Equipment

• Large mixing bowl
• Knife and cutting board
• Measuring cups and spoons
• - Citrus juicer
• - Small saucepan (optional, for boiling shrimp if uncooked)
• Large spoon for mixing

Ingredients

  

• - 1 lb cooked shrimp peeled, deveined, and chopped (leave a few whole for garnish if desired)
• - 1/2 cup ketchup
• - 1/2 cup Clamato or tomato juice
• - 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice about 2-3 limes
• - 1/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
• - 1 tablespoon hot sauce adjust to taste
• - 1 medium cucumber peeled and diced
• - 1/2 cup red onion finely chopped
• - 1 medium tomato diced
• - 1 jalapeño pepper finely chopped (optional for extra heat)
• - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
• - Salt and pepper to taste
• - Avocado diced (optional, for garnish)
• - Tortilla chips or saltine crackers for serving

Instructions

 

• **Prepare the Shrimp**: If using raw shrimp, bring a small pot of salted water to a boil. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until they turn pink and opaque. Drain and place in an ice bath to stop the cooking. Once cool, chop the shrimp into bite-sized pieces.
• **Mix the Base**: In a large mixing bowl, combine the ketchup, Clamato (or tomato juice), lime juice, orange juice, and hot sauce. Stir well to create a flavorful base for the shrimp cocktail.
• **Add the Vegetables**: To the bowl, add the diced cucumber, red onion, tomato, jalapeño (if using), and cilantro. Mix well.
• **Combine with Shrimp**: Add the chopped shrimp to the mixture and stir to coat everything evenly. Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed.
• **Chill**: Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
• **Serve**: Serve the Mexican Shrimp Cocktail in individual glasses or bowls, garnished with diced avocado (if using) and a few whole shrimp on top. Serve with tortilla chips or saltine crackers for scooping.
• ### Prep Time:
• - 15 minutes
• ### Cook Time:
• - 5 minutes (if cooking shrimp)
• ### Total Time:
• - 20 minutes (plus chilling time)
• ### Nutrition (per serving, based on 4 servings):
• - Calories: ~180
• - Protein: 22g
• - Carbohydrates: 16g
• - Fat: 4g
• - Fiber: 3g
• - Sodium: ~600mg
• Mexican Shrimp Cocktail is a perfect blend of fresh and bold flavors, ideal for any occasion. The combination of shrimp with the tangy and slightly spicy tomato base, plus the crunch of fresh veggies, makes for a delicious and light dish. Serve it chilled for a refreshing treat that will remind you of sunny days by the coast.