Mexican Shrimp Cocktail Recipe

This Mexican Shrimp Cocktail, also known as 'Cocktel de Camaron', is a delicious and refreshing dish that is perfect for hot summer days. It features succulent shrimp cooked in a tangy tomato-based sauce, loaded with fresh vegetables, and served chilled. The combination of flavors and textures makes it a crowd-pleasing appetizer or light meal. In just 30 minutes, you can enjoy this classic Mexican dish that is bursting with zesty flavors.

Ingredients

• 1 pound large peeled and deveined shrimp
• 1 cup tomato juice
• 1/4 cup ketchup
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 2 tablespoons hot sauce
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1/2 cup chopped red onion
• 1 cup diced cucumber
• 1 cup diced tomatoes
• 1 avocado, diced
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Tortilla chips, for serving

Directions

1. In a large pot of boiling water, cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink and are cooked through. Drain and let them cool.
2. In a large bowl, combine the tomato juice, ketchup, lime juice, hot sauce, cilantro, red onion, cucumber, tomatoes, and avocado. Mix well.
3. Once the shrimp are cooled, chop them into bite-sized pieces and add them to the bowl with the other ingredients. Season with salt and black pepper.
4. Gently stir everything together until the shrimp are coated with the sauce and the ingredients are well combined.
5. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
6. Serve the Mexican Shrimp Cocktail chilled in individual bowls or glasses. Garnish with additional cilantro if desired and serve with tortilla chips on the side. Enjoy!

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