Recipe Card of Authentic Mexican Shrimp Cocktail (Coctel de Camarones estilo Mexicano)
5 from 1 vote
Alicia Smith
Looking for a cool and zesty lift for your tastebuds? Dive into the vibrant mix of this Authentic Mexican Shrimp Cocktail loaded with a punch of spices, crispy cucumber, spicy jalapeno, and creamy avocado, all coming together as a refreshing summer delight.
1poundchilled cooked medium shrimp - peeled, deveined, and tails removed
2roma (plum) tomatoes, chopped
1cucumber, finely chopped
1stalkcelery, finely chopped
1jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped
2teaspoonssalt
2teaspoonsground black pepper
1.5cupschilled tomato and clam juice cocktail (such as Clamato®)
1cupchilled ketchup (such as Heinz®)
1bunchfresh cilantro - stems discarded and leaves chopped
2tablespoonshot pepper sauce (such as Valentina®)
2avocados - peeled, pitted, and chopped
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Step-by-Step Instructions
Prepare and gather all your fresh ingredients to ensure a smooth and efficient cooking process. Each item is essential to enhancing the vibrant flavors that define this Mexican Shrimp Cocktail.
In a small bowl, blend the chopped onion with freshly squeezed lime juice. Let them mingle for about 10 minutes to mellow the onion's bite and infuse with zesty lime aroma.
In a medium-sized bowl, combine the shrimp with chopped roma tomatoes, cucumber, celery, and jalapeno pepper, evenly coating with a sprinkling of salt and black pepper. Let the medley of flavors interlace beautifully.
In a separate container, whisk tomato and clam juice cocktail with ketchup, chopped cilantro, and hot pepper sauce. Carefully pour this vibrant mixture over the shrimp and veggie blend, stirring well to ensure every bite is loaded with flavor.
Delicately fold in chunky avocado pieces and integrate the lime-infused onion mix. Seal everything in with a cover and chill thoroughly. Allow at least an hour for the flavors to meld into a summer delight.
Share the love and enjoy this refreshing cocktail! Spoon into glasses and savor each citrusy, peppery mouthful. Perfect for lifting spirits and cooling down a scorching afternoon.
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Notes
Pair this vibrant shrimp cocktail with saltine crackers, or try it as a delicious topping for mixed greens in a light summer salad.