Mexican Style Shrimp Cocktail

Dive into a refreshing and zesty culinary experience with this Mexican Style Shrimp Cocktail, a festive and flavorful dish that combines tender shrimp with vibrant, garden-fresh ingredients. Perfectly cooked shrimp are tossed with juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and aromatic cilantro, all enveloped in a tangy, spiced tomato-clam-based sauce featuring Clamato juice, zesty lime, and a kick of hot sauce. Finished with creamy chunks of avocado and chilled to perfection, this dish is ideal for hot summer days or as a standout appetizer. Serve it in elegant glasses or bowls with crispy tortilla chips on the side for a delightful bite packed with bold Mexican-inspired flavors. Ready in just 30 minutes and boasting a stunning presentation, this shrimp cocktail is a must-try for seafood lovers and fans of fresh, vibrant cuisine.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb Large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 6 cups Water
• 1 tsp Salt
• 2 cups Tomatoes, finely diced
• 0.5 cup Red onion, finely chopped
• 1 cup Cucumber, peeled, seeded, and diced
• 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 2 cups Clamato juice (tomato-clam juice blend)
• 0.5 cup Ketchup
• 0.25 cup Fresh lime juice
• 1 tbsp Hot sauce (e.g., Valentina or Tabasco)
• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• 2 Avocado, diced
• 1 bag Tortilla chips (for serving, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Add 6 cups of water and 1 tsp of salt to a medium pot. Bring the water to a rolling boil.

Step 2

Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the boiling water. Cook for about 2–3 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.

Step 3

Drain the shrimp and transfer them to a bowl of ice water to cool down quickly. Once chilled, pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and set aside.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, red onion, cucumber, and chopped cilantro.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, whisk together the Clamato juice, ketchup, lime juice, hot sauce, and Worcestershire sauce.

Step 6

Pour the sauce mixture over the vegetable mixture, stirring to combine.

Step 7

Add the cooked shrimp to the bowl and gently mix to ensure even coating with the sauce.

Step 8

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the cocktail for 20–30 minutes to let the flavors meld together.

Step 9

Before serving, gently fold in the diced avocado.

Step 10

Serve the shrimp cocktail in individual cups or bowls, accompanied by tortilla chips if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	4031.1 grams (4031.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2365

Total Fat 98.00g	126%
Saturated Fat 14.10g	71%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 857mg	286%
Sodium 6611mg	287%
Total Carbohydrate 266.50g	97%
Dietary Fiber 41.80g	149%
Total Sugars 64.80g
Protein 140.90g	282%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 802mg	62%
Iron 12mg	64%
Potassium 5733mg	122%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 35.1%

Protein: 22.4%

Carbs: 42.4%