Mexican Shrimp Cocktail Recipe: A Refreshing & Flavorful Appetizer
This Mexican Shrimp Cocktail (or Coctel de Camarón) is a refreshing, flavorful dish perfect for warm days or as a light appetizer. Packed with juicy shrimp, crisp veggies, and a tangy-spicy tomato sauce, it’s a crowd-pleaser! Serve it chilled with tortilla chips or saltine crackers for a satisfying crunch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb cooked shrimp (peeled, deveined, tails removed)
- 1 cup Clamato juice (or tomato juice)
- ¼ cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tbsp hot sauce (like Valentina or Tabasco, optional)
- ½ cup red onion, finely diced
- ½ cup tomato, finely diced
- ½ cup cucumber, finely diced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 avocado, diced (for garnish)
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Tortilla chips or saltine crackers (for serving)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Sauce
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together:
- Clamato juice
- Ketchup
- Lime juice
- Hot sauce (if using)
Taste and adjust sweetness or spice as needed.
2. Combine Ingredients
- Add shrimp, red onion, tomato, cucumber, and cilantro to the bowl.
- Gently mix everything to coat evenly.
3. Season & Chill
- Add salt & pepper to taste.
- Cover and refrigerate for 20-30 minutes to let flavors blend.
4. Serve & Enjoy!
- Divide into individual bowls or glasses.
- Top with diced avocado and extra cilantro.
- Serve with tortilla chips or crackers on the side.
Notes
✔ Use freshly cooked shrimp (or thawed frozen shrimp) for the best texture.
✔ Adjust the spice level by adding more or less hot sauce.
✔ Let it chill for 20-30 minutes before serving to enhance the flavors.
✔ For extra freshness, squeeze extra lime juice on top before serving.
Nutrition
- Calories: 220 kcal per serving
- Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g