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Mexican Shrimp Cocktail

Zesty Mexican Shrimp Cocktail for a Flavorful Escape

This Mexican Shrimp Cocktail is a zesty and refreshing dish, perfect for gatherings with its vibrant flavors and quick preparation.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Appetizers
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4 servings
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • Pot
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • whisk

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp

  • 1 pound Medium to large shrimp Fresh or frozen, peeled and deveined if raw.

For the Salsa

  • 2 cups Diced tomatoes Choose ripe ones for the best flavor.
  • 1 cup Diced onion Red onions preferred, can substitute with white.
  • ½ cup Chopped cilantro Fresh cilantro is ideal, though parsley can substitute.

For the Sauce

  • 1 cup Ketchup Or cocktail sauce for extra flavor.
  • ¼ cup Lime juice Freshly squeezed for best results.
  • 1 tablespoon Hot sauce Optional, adjust to your spice level.
  • ½ cup Clam juice Substitute with tomato juice for vegetarian option.

Seasonings

  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • ½ teaspoon Pepper Freshly cracked for depth of flavor.

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Mexican Shrimp Cocktail

  • Bring a pot of water to a rolling boil. Add raw shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes until opaque, then drain and rinse under cold water.
  • In a large bowl, combine cooked shrimp, diced tomatoes, diced onion, and chopped cilantro. Gently toss to combine.
  • In another bowl, mix ketchup, lime juice, clam juice, and hot sauce. Whisk until well combined.
  • Pour the sauce over the shrimp mixture and gently toss to coat all ingredients.
  • Sprinkle salt and pepper to taste, stirring gently. Adjust seasonings as needed.
  • Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

Choose fresh shrimp and do not skip the chilling step for best flavor melding. Customize with avocado or cucumber for extra texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 22gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 195mgSodium: 560mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg
Keyword appetizer, cocktail, Mexican Shrimp Cocktail, Refreshing, Seafood, shrimp
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