Easy and Refreshing Mexican Shrimp Cocktail Recipe
Mexican Shrimp Cocktail is a refreshing and tangy dish that is perfect for summer days. It’s easy to make and requires only a few ingredients. In this blog post, we’ll show you how to make an Easy and Refreshing Mexican Shrimp Cocktail Recipe that will be a hit at your next party or gathering.
2PoundsLarge Shrimpcooked, peeled, and deveined (16-20 per pound)
1/2CupRed Onionchopped
1CupCucumberchopped
1CupTomatochopped
1/2CupCilantrochopped, divided
1Jalapeno Pepperseeded and chopped
1Avocadopeeled and chopped
1CupTomato Juiceor V8 Juice
1/2CupKetchup
1/4CupLime Juiceor Lemon Juice
2TablespoonsHot Sauce
¼TeaspoonSaltto taste
½TeaspoonBlack Pepperto taste
Instructions
To prepare raw shrimp for this recipe, first peel and devein them. If you have a little extra time and want your shrimp to be extra good, you can put the shells in 6 cups of cool salted water, bring to a boil, then strain the shell stock into a separate pot and cook the shrimp in that liquid. If you want to skip that step, just bring a medium pot salted water to a boil (a Tbsp salt for 2 quarts of water), add the shrimp, and cook for 2-3 minutes, until just cooked through. Once the shrimp are cooked, remove the tails, and cut them into 3 pieces and mix them with the other ingredients to make the cocktail.
2 Pounds Large Shrimp
In a large bowl, combine the cooked shrimp, red onion, cucumber, tomato, half of the cilantro, jalapeno pepper, and avocado.
1/2 Cup Red Onion, 1 Cup Cucumber, 1 Cup Tomato, 1/2 Cup Cilantro, 1 Jalapeno Pepper, 1 Avocado
In a separate bowl, whisk together the tomato juice, ketchup, lime juice, and hot sauce. Pour the mixture over the shrimp mixture and toss to coat.
1 Cup Tomato Juice, 1/2 Cup Ketchup, 1/4 Cup Lime Juice, 2 Tablespoons Hot Sauce
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
¼ Teaspoon Salt, ½ Teaspoon Black Pepper
Serve chilled and topped with the rest of the fresh cilantro.
Mexican Shrimp Cocktail is a versatile dish that can be served in many ways. Here are some serving suggestions:Serve it as an appetizer with tortilla chips, saltine crackers or other crackers.Use it as a topping for tostadas or tacos.Serve it as a main course with rice and beans.
Variations
Mexican Shrimp Cocktail is a flexible recipe that can be customized to suit your tastes.Here are some variations:Add diced mango or pineapple for a sweet and tangy twist.Use cooked crab or lobster instead of shrimp. Swap out the tomato juice for clamato juice, tomato sauce, or V8 vegetable juice. Serve with a topping of fresh cilantro, a creamy avocado sliced, and lime wedges. Save time. Skip some of the prep and purchase 2-3 containers of already made fresh pico de gallo instead of buying chopping onion, tomato, cilantro or jalapeno. Prepare to embark on a taste journey as this refreshing shrimp cocktail emerges, a testament to the artistry of flavors and the joy of anticipation.