Mexican Shrimp Cocktail
This refreshing and flavorful Mexican shrimp cocktail (Cóctel de Camarón) is the perfect appetizer or light meal. Packed with shrimp, fresh vegetables, and a zesty tomato-based sauce!
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Knife
- Cutting Board
Ingredients
Shrimp
- 1 lb shrimp peeled and deveined
- 4 cups water for boiling shrimp
Cocktail Sauce
- 1 cup tomato juice
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup lime juice freshly squeezed
- 1 tbsp hot sauce adjust to taste
Vegetables & Garnishes
- 1/2 cup red onion finely chopped
- 1 cup cucumber diced
- 1 cup tomato diced
- 1/4 cup cilantro chopped
- 1 avocado sliced for garnish
- salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Bring water to a boil in a pot. Add shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes, until pink and opaque. Drain and transfer to an ice bath to cool.
- In a large bowl, combine tomato juice, ketchup, lime juice, and hot sauce. Stir to mix well.
- Chop the cooled shrimp into bite-sized pieces (or leave whole if preferred).
- Add shrimp, red onion, cucumber, tomato, and cilantro to the cocktail sauce. Stir to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Let chill in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes to allow flavors to blend.
- Serve in cocktail glasses or bowls, garnished with sliced avocado and extra lime wedges. Enjoy with tortilla chips or saltine crackers!
Notes
For extra flavor, add diced jalapeño or a splash of clam juice. You can also substitute part of the tomato juice with Clamato for a more authentic taste!