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Mexican Shrimp Cocktail Recipe

Inspired by Guadalajara Family Mexican Restaurant
Time30m
Serves4

A combination of shrimp, avocado, onions, tomatoes, cilantro and cucumbers in a traditional broth. They are served warm or cold.

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Ingredients

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Seafood

Vegetables

Liquids

Seasoning

Method

Preparation

1

Cook the Shrimp

In a large pot of boiling water, add the shrimp and cook for about 2-3 minutes until they turn pink and opaque. Remove from heat, drain, and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.

2

Prepare the Vegetables

While the shrimp cools, chop the avocado, red onion, tomatoes, cucumbers, and cilantro as specified in the ingredients.

Mixing

3

Combine Ingredients

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked shrimp, diced avocado, chopped red onion, diced tomatoes, diced cucumbers, and chopped cilantro.

4

Prepare the Broth

In a separate bowl, whisk together the lime juice, tomato juice, ketchup, hot sauce, salt, and pepper until well combined.

Serving

5

Serve the Cocktail

Pour the broth over the shrimp and vegetable mixture and gently toss to combine. Serve chilled or at room temperature in bowls. Garnish with additional cilantro if desired.