Description
A lighter take on shrimp cocktail, this vibrant Mexican version is like a savory shrimp gazpacho. Delicious and refreshing!
Ingredients
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- 1 lbs (454 g) cooked, peeled, and deveined shrimp
- 1 cups (240 ml) ketchup
- 0.5 cups (120 ml) Clamato (tomato-clam juice)
- 0.25 cups (60 ml) freshly squeezed lime juice
- 0.5 cups (30 g) chopped fresh cilantro
- 0.25 cups (40 g) finely chopped red onion
- 0.25 cups (40 g) finely chopped avocado
- 0.25 cups (40 g) finely diced cucumber
- 1-2 jalapeño peppers, seeded and finely diced
- Salt
- Black pepper
- 0.5 avocado, sliced
- 4 slices cucumber
- 8 whole shrimp tails
- 2 limes, cut into wedges
- Tajín seasoning
Instructions
- Prepare the Shrimp
- Coarsely chop the shrimp, reserving 8 whole shrimp tails for garnish.
- Mix the Base
- In a large bowl, combine: ketchup, Clamato, lime juice, cilantro, red onion, avocado, cucumber, and jalapeño. Stir well until evenly combined.
- Add the Shrimp
- Add the chopped shrimp to the mixture and toss thoroughly to coat. Use your hands for even mixing if preferred.
- Season and Chill
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
- Serve
- Spoon the shrimp cocktail into tall glasses or serving bowls. Garnish with cilantro, lime wedges, avocado slices, and a cucumber slice. Place two whole shrimp tails on the rim of each glass. Sprinkle with Tajín seasoning to taste.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, leave some jalapeño seeds in.
- To make this recipe ahead, prepare the mixture up to 2 days in advance and chill. Add shrimp just before serving to prevent overcooking.
- If Clamato is unavailable, substitute with an equal amount of tomato juice and a splash of Worcestershire sauce for an umami boost.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Main Course
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10
- Sodium: 600
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Unsaturated Fat: 8
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 25
- Cholesterol: 150