Description
Refreshing Mexican shrimp cocktail brings coastal zest to your table with tangy tomato, crisp cucumber, and plump shrimp dancing in vibrant flavors. Chilled and bold, this appetizer promises a perfect blend of traditional Mexican seasoning and fresh seafood delight you’ll crave again.
Ingredients
Scale
Seafood:
- 2 pounds (907 grams) jumbo shrimp
Vegetables and Herbs:
- 2 celery stalks, thinly sliced
- 1 jalapeno, seeded and finely chopped
- 1 cucumber, chopped
- 2 avocados, peeled, pitted, and chopped
- 2 handfuls fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/2 small white or yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, grated
Liquids and Seasonings:
- 2 limes, juiced and zested
- 1 orange, juiced and zested
- 11.5 fluid ounces (340 milliliters) can of tomato juice
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) tomato sauce
- Hot sauce, to taste
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Fill a large pot with water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat, creating a bubbling cauldron for the shrimp.
- Gently drop the shrimp into the boiling water, cooking for 2-3 minutes until they form a delicate C-shape and turn completely opaque.
- Immediately drain the shrimp and shock them in an ice bath to halt the cooking process and preserve their tender texture.
- Pat the shrimp dry and slice them into uniform bite-sized pieces, ensuring consistent flavor in every spoonful.
- Create a vibrant medley by combining the chopped shrimp with crisp celery, spicy jalapeño, refreshing cucumber, creamy avocado, fragrant cilantro, and zesty onion in a spacious mixing bowl.
- Craft the signature sauce by whisking together tangy lime juice, sweet orange juice, robust tomato juice, rich tomato sauce, pungent garlic, fiery hot sauce, and a perfect balance of salt and pepper.
- Delicately pour the sauce over the seafood and vegetable mixture, folding gently to ensure every ingredient is lovingly coated.
- Refrigerate the cocktail for a minimum of one hour, allowing the flavors to harmonize and intensify.
- Serve the chilled Mexican Shrimp Cocktail in clear glasses, adorned with additional cilantro sprigs and bright lime wedges for a stunning presentation.
Notes
- Select super fresh shrimp to guarantee the best flavor and texture in your cocktail.
- Quickly shock boiled shrimp in ice water to stop cooking and maintain their tender, juicy texture.
- Customize heat levels by adjusting jalapeño quantity or using different hot sauces for personal preference.
- Consider substituting shrimp with imitation crab or cooked fish for alternative protein options if seafood allergies exist.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 144 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 21 g
- Cholesterol: 195 mg