Here’s a classic Mexican Shrimp Cocktail (Cóctel de Camarones) recipe you can save so you don’t lose it 👇
🦐 Mexican Shrimp Cocktail Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 lb (450g) shrimp, peeled, deveined, cooked, chopped
- 1 cup tomato juice or Clamato
- 1/2 cup ketchup (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 1 small red onion, finely diced
- 1–2 tomatoes, diced
- 1 cucumber, diced (optional but great for crunch)
- 1–2 jalapeños or serrano peppers, finely chopped (optional for heat)
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1–2 tbsp hot sauce (like Valentina or Tabasco)
- Salt & black pepper to taste
- 1 avocado, diced (for serving)
Optional extras:
- A splash of orange juice (adds a subtle sweetness)
- Worcestershire sauce (a few drops for depth)
Instructions:
- Mix the base: In a large bowl, combine tomato juice, ketchup, lime juice, hot sauce, salt, and pepper.
- Add veggies: Stir in onion, tomato, cucumber, jalapeño, and cilantro.
- Add shrimp: Fold in the cooked shrimp.
- Chill: Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes so flavors blend.
- Serve: Spoon into glasses or bowls and top with avocado.
🍋 How it’s usually eaten:
- With saltine crackers or tostadas
- Extra lime wedges on the side
- Hot sauce for people who like it spicy
If you want, I can also give you a restaurant-style version, a spicier street version, or a no-ketchup authentic coastal Mexico version.
