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Mexican Shrimp Cocktail

Easy Mexican Shrimp Cocktail Recipe for Refreshing Summer Appetizer

This Easy Mexican Shrimp Cocktail is a refreshing appetizer perfect for summer gatherings that combines vibrant flavors in a delightful dish.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Seafood
  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
Vegetables & Herbs
  • 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 cup diced ripe tomatoes
  • 1 cup diced cucumbers
  • 2 units jalapeños, finely chopped adjust to taste
Sauce
  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 2 tbsp hot sauce adjust to taste

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • mixing bowl
  • Ice Bath
  • cutting board
  • knife

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry.
  2. Boil salted water in a large pot. Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes until pink. Drain and plunge into an ice bath to stop cooking.
  3. While the shrimp cools, dice tomatoes, cucumbers, jalapeños, and chop cilantro.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine shrimp, vegetables, lime juice, ketchup, and hot sauce. Gently mix until everything is coated.
  5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to meld flavors.
  6. Serve in bowls or cups with tortilla chips or saltine crackers.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 18gFat: 3g

Notes

Feel free to customize ingredients; try adding avocado or swapping shrimp for crab or lobster for a twist.

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