Shrimp Cocktail (Cóctel de Camarones)

Shrimp Cocktail (Cóctel de Camarones)

Introduction

This Shrimp Cocktail is a refreshing, zesty appetizer that combines the sweetness of shrimp with the tang of lime, the freshness of cilantro, and the subtle heat of jalapeño. Perfect for warm days or festive gatherings, this cocktail is colorful, flavorful, and simple to prepare. With creamy avocado and a savory tomato-clam dressing, each bite is a burst of textures and tastes that will impress family and friends.

Ingredients

• • ⅓ cup Spanish onion, chopped
• • ¼ cup freshly squeezed lime juice
• • 1 pound (≈ 450 g) chilled cooked medium shrimp – peeled, deveined, tails removed
• • 2 Roma (plum) tomatoes, chopped
• • 1 cucumber, finely chopped
• • 1 stalk celery, finely chopped
• • 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and finely chopped
• • 2 tsp salt
• • 2 tsp ground black pepper
• • 1 ½ cups (360 ml) chilled tomato and clam juice cocktail (such as Clamato®)
• • 1 cup (240 ml) chilled ketchup (such as Heinz®)
• • 1 bunch fresh cilantro, stems discarded and leaves chopped
• • 2 tbsp hot pepper sauce (such as Valentina®)
• • 2 avocados, peeled, pitted, and chopped

Instructions