How to Make Mexican Shrimp Cocktail - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to refreshing and flavorful seafood dishes, Mexican cuisine has a wide array of options to offer. One such dish is the Mexican Shrimp Cocktail, also known as "Coctel de Camarones" in Spanish. This delicious and colorful dish is a popular appetizer in Mexico, known for its vibrant flavors and fresh ingredients. It is a perfect dish for a hot summer day or as a starter for a Mexican-themed dinner party.

The Mexican Shrimp Cocktail features succulent shrimp, juicy tomatoes,...

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Ingredients

  • 2 pounds cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • ½ cup finely chopped red onion
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon crushed garlic
  • 1 ½ cups tomato and clam juice cocktail
  • ¼ cup ketchup
  • ¼ cup fresh lime juice
  • ¼ cup prepared horseradish
  • 1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce, or to taste
  • salt to taste
  • 1 ripe avocado - peeled, pitted and chopped

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 2 hrs
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 15 mins
  • Servings: 6

  • Gather all ingredients.
  • Place shrimp in a large bowl. Stir in red onion, cilantro, and garlic.
  • Add tomato and clam juice, ketchup, lime juice, horseradish, and hot pepper sauce; mix well to combine. Season with salt.
  • Gently stir in avocado. Cover, and refrigerate for 2 to 3 hours.
  • Nutrition

    258 cal.

    • Total Fat: 7g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 295mg
    • Sodium: 711mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 16g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 33g
    • Vitamin C: 19mg
    • Calcium: 84mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 604mg