Jul 13 2026
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Shrimp Cocktail Recipe

Inspired by Lindo Michoacan
Time30m
Serves4

Shrimp with Pico de Gallo, cucumber, avocado in fresh broth.

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Ingredients

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Shrimp

Pico de Gallo

Cucumber and Avocado

Broth

Method

Prepare the Shrimp

  1. 1

    Prepare Shrimp Boil

    In a large pot, fill with water and add the salt. Squeeze the juice of the lemon into the water and add the lemon half into the pot.

  2. 2

    Boil Water

    Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat.

  3. 3

    Cook Shrimp

    Once boiling, add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink and opaque.

  4. 4

    Chill Shrimp

    Immediately drain the shrimp and place them in an ice bath to stop the cooking process. Allow to chill for about 5 minutes, then drain again.

Make Pico de Gallo

  1. 5

    Chop Ingredients

    Dice the tomatoes, red onion, jalapeño (seeds removed), and chop the cilantro.

  2. 6

    Mix Pico de Gallo

    In a bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, and lime juice. Mix well.

Prepare Cucumber and Avocado

  1. 7

    Prepare Vegetables

    Slice the cucumber thinly and cube the avocado.

Make Broth

  1. 8

    Prepare Broth

    In a small saucepan, combine the fish stock (or clam juice), lemon juice, and hot sauce. Heat over low heat until warm.

Assemble the Dish

  1. 9

    Plate Shrimp Cocktail

    In a serving bowl, arrange the chilled shrimp, top with pico de gallo, cucumber slices, and avocado cubes.

  2. 10

    Serve with Broth

    Pour the warm broth over the shrimp and vegetables just before serving.

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