OMG, don’t lose this recipe for Mexican Shrimp Cocktail!

OMG, Don’t Lose This Recipe for Mexican Shrimp Cocktail! — A Burst of Fresh, Zesty Flavor in Every Bite

If you’re craving something refreshing, spicy, and packed with coastal flair, this Mexican Shrimp Cocktail (Coctel de Camarones) will absolutely steal the show. Unlike the traditional American shrimp cocktail served with plain cocktail sauce, this Mexican version is a vibrant, tangy seafood salad—brimming with shrimp, crisp vegetables, creamy avocado, and a tomato-citrus sauce that’s both savory and slightly sweet. It’s the perfect dish for summer days, parties, or whenever you want to impress guests with minimal effort.

Let’s dive into the step-by-step method to create this mouthwatering dish.

🌿 Ingredients You’ll Need

For the shrimp:

• 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined (tails removed)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 lemon or lime, halved

For the cocktail mixture:

• 1 cup fresh tomato juice or Clamato juice
• ½ cup ketchup (for sweetness and thickness)
• ¼ cup fresh lime juice
• 2 tablespoons hot sauce (Valentina, Cholula, or your favorite)
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 medium tomato, finely diced
• ½ small red onion, finely chopped
• 1 jalapeño or serrano pepper, minced (adjust for spice level)
• 1 small cucumber, peeled, seeded, and diced
• ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 ripe avocado, diced
• Salt and pepper to taste

For serving:

• Tortilla chips or saltine crackers
• Lime wedges
• Extra cilantro for garnish

🦐 Step-by-Step Preparation Method

Step 1: Cook the Shrimp Perfectly

Bring a medium pot of water to a gentle boil and add salt and a squeeze of fresh lemon or lime juice.
Add the shrimp and cook for 1½ to 2 minutes, or just until they turn pink and opaque. Be careful not to overcook—they’ll continue to cook slightly from residual heat.

Once cooked, immediately drain and transfer the shrimp to an ice bath (a bowl of ice water). This stops the cooking process and locks in their plump, juicy texture. Let them chill for 5 minutes, then drain again.

If desired, chop the shrimp into bite-sized pieces, leaving a few whole for a decorative garnish.

Step 2: Create the Flavorful Cocktail Sauce

In a large mixing bowl, combine:

• Tomato juice (or Clamato)
• Ketchup
• Fresh lime juice
• Hot sauce
• Worcestershire sauce

Whisk together until smooth and well blended. Taste the mixture—it should be tangy, lightly spicy, and slightly sweet. Adjust with more lime juice or hot sauce if you like extra zing.

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