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Fresh Authentic Mexican Shrimp Cocktail Recipe

Fresh Authentic Mexican Shrimp Cocktail Recipe
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This Fresh Authentic Mexican Shrimp Cocktail is a vibrant and zesty seafood appetizer made with tender shrimp, freshly chopped vegetables, and a tangy, spicy tomato and clam juice dressing. It combines the bright flavors of lime, cilantro, and jalapeño with creamy avocado for a refreshing and satisfying dish perfect for warm weather or as a crowd-pleasing starter.

Ingredients

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Produce

  • 1/3 cup chopped Spanish onion
  • 2 roma tomatoes, diced
  • 1 cucumber, minced
  • 1 stalk celery, minced
  • 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
  • 1 bunch cilantro, leaves chopped, stems removed
  • 2 avocados, peeled, pitted, and diced

Seafood

  • 1 pound cold cooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined

Pantry

  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 2 teaspoons ground black pepper
  • 1.5 cups cold tomato and clam juice cocktail
  • 1 cup cold ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons hot sauce

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Onion and Lime Juice: Mix the chopped Spanish onion with fresh lime juice in a small bowl and let it stand for about 10 minutes to soften the onion and infuse it with tangy flavor.
  2. Combine the Main Ingredients: In a medium bowl, toss together the cooked shrimp, diced roma tomatoes, minced cucumber, minced celery, minced jalapeño, salt, and black pepper, mixing well to coat everything evenly with the seasoning.
  3. Make the Dressing: Whisk together the tomato and clam juice cocktail, ketchup, chopped cilantro, and hot sauce in a separate bowl, then stir this dressing into the shrimp mixture to coat thoroughly.
  4. Add Avocados and Onion Mixture: Gently fold in the diced avocados, careful not to mash them, then add the marinated onion and lime juice mixture, stirring gently to combine all ingredients well.
  5. Chill and Serve: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the shrimp cocktail for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld. Serve chilled and enjoy this refreshing Mexican shrimp cocktail.

Notes

  • Use fresh lime juice for the best citrus flavor and brightness.
  • Adjust the jalapeño quantity to control the spiciness.
  • Make sure shrimp are fully cooked and chilled before mixing.
  • The cocktail can be made a few hours ahead and stored covered in the refrigerator.
  • Serve with tortilla chips or as a light appetizer or snack.

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