Best 5 Cocktaile De Camarones Recipes

**Cocktel de Camarones: A Refreshing and Flavorful Mexican Shrimp Cocktail**

Indulge in the vibrant and refreshing flavors of Cocktel de Camarones, a classic Mexican shrimp cocktail that tantalizes taste buds with its harmonious blend of succulent shrimp, tangy tomato juice, crunchy cucumber, sweet onion, and a hint of zesty lime. This delightful dish is a staple at Mexican gatherings, often served as an appetizer or a light lunch, and it's guaranteed to impress your guests with its vibrant presentation and explosion of flavors. The preparation is a culinary journey, inviting you to savor the delicate taste of shrimp, the freshness of vegetables, and the zing of citrus, all while enjoying the beautiful play of colors that make this dish so visually appealing. With its versatility, Cocktel de Camarones can be adapted to your taste preferences, making it a favorite among seafood enthusiasts and those seeking a healthy and flavorful dish. Dive into our collection of recipes that showcase the diversity of this dish, from classic renditions to creative twists that add a unique touch to this timeless Mexican classic.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

AUTHENTIC MEXICAN SHRIMP COCKTAIL (COCTEL DE CAMARONES ESTILO MEXICANO)

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I prepare this refreshing shrimp cocktail for my family a lot during the hot summer days. Being a Mexican family, we always add Mexican hot sauce (such as Valentina® or Tapatio®) and serve with saltine crackers on the side. The trick is to start with well-chilled shrimp, ketchup, and tomato juice cocktail so it can be ready after only chilling 1 hour in the fridge. Top with additional hot sauce and avocado slices if desired. Enjoy!

Provided by Mexican Sweetheart

Categories Appetizers and Snacks Tapas

Time 1h45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

⅓ cup Spanish onion, chopped
¼ cup freshly squeezed lime juice
1 pound chilled cooked medium shrimp - peeled, deveined, and tails removed
2 roma (plum) tomatoes, chopped
1 cucumber, finely chopped
1 stalk celery, finely chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons ground black pepper
1 ½ cups chilled tomato and clam juice cocktail (such as Clamato®)
1 cup chilled ketchup (such as Heinz®)
1 bunch fresh cilantro - stems discarded and leaves chopped
2 tablespoons hot pepper sauce (such as Valentina®)
2 avocados - peeled, pitted, and chopped

Steps:

Mix onion with lime juice in a small bowl and allow to stand for 10 minutes. Meanwhile, toss shrimp, roma tomatoes, cucumber, celery, jalapeno, salt, and black pepper in a bowl until thoroughly combined.
Whisk tomato and clam juice cocktail, ketchup, cilantro, and hot pepper sauce in a separate bowl; stir dressing into shrimp mixture. Gently fold in avocados. Cover and chill thoroughly, at least 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 409.7 calories, Carbohydrate 41.8 g, Cholesterol 221.3 mg, Fat 16.5 g, Fiber 9.2 g, Protein 28.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 2625.8 mg, Sugar 20.6 g

COCKTAILE DE CAMARONES

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An easy quick throw together main dish. This authentic Mexican cocktail is delicious and refreshing. It can also be served as a first course. About 13 years ago, while visiting friends in La Ceja, Gaunajauto, Mexico, in the Aztec Valley, we went for a day trip to Leon, which is the leather capital of Mexico, and at our friend's...

Provided by Shelia Senghas

Categories Other Sauces

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1 large can or bottle of tomato juice
2 lb medium or large shrimp cooked and deveined (or substitute with frozen, cooked shrimp, thawed)
4 medium tomatoes, diced
1 medium onion diced
1 clove garlic, minced fine
3 avocados cubed
1 can(s) sprite
3 limes, juiced
1/2 bunch cilantro leaves, chopped
dash(es) tobasco (optional)
2 jalapeno peppers minced seeds and membranes removed(optional)
salt and pepper to taste (optional)
lime slices to garnish
crackers of your choice

Steps:

1. Cook the shrimp in boiling water until they turn pinkish white, about 5 minutes, rinse in cold water and then chill in the refrigerator at least one hour. Meanwhile prepare the other ingredients. In a large bowl combine: chilled tomato juice, tomato, onion, avocado, garlic, cilantro, and lime juice. Add the chilled shrimp and keep chilled until ready to serve.
2. When you are ready to serve, add: sprite, salt and pepper. Fill large goblets or bowls. To serve, place, lime slice, a few springs of cilantro, and a shrimp on the rim of the goblet. Set goblet on a plate and surround with crackers. Pass around the Tabasco and the minced Jalapeno's.
3. NOTE: To make this easy on yourself make this, an easy, no cook meal, with frozen, cooked shrimp. This is a delicious cold soup and is especially refreshing in the summer. It makes for a beautiful presentation for dinner parties, fiesta's, and gatherings with friends. I hope you enjoy the images I added of Leon, Guanajauto, Mexico, where I first encountered this dish.

COCTEL DE CAMARON (MEXICAN SHRIMP COCKTAIL)

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Make and share this Coctel De Camaron (Mexican Shrimp Cocktail) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Chef MomLid

Categories Mexican

Time 2h20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 (48 ounce) can vegetable juice (V-8)
1 1/2 lbs shrimp, cooked
2 avocados, diced
2 cucumbers, seeded & diced
1 medium red onion, diced
1 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped
2 limes, quartered
4 dashes hot sauce
1 bunch celery, finely chopped*
2 large tomatoes, diced*
1/4 cup ketchup (optional)
salt & pepper

Steps:

* are optional items.
Mix all items together in a glass bowl or other non-reactive container.
Chill for 2 hours.
Serve in glass with lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 284.8, Fat 11.6, SaturatedFat 1.7, Cholesterol 142.9, Sodium 1169.2, Carbohydrate 29.7, Fiber 9.9, Sugar 13.9, Protein 20.4

COCKTAIL DE CAMARONES

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I ordered shrimp cocktail at a Mexican restaurant not knowing what I was going to get but loving both Mexican food and shrimp I figured it would be good. It was delicious. So after a few attempts of creating this dish at home I finally got it right, and we have been enjoying it ever since. My boyfriend and I make a meal out of it.

Provided by Gracie Blakley

Categories Mexican

Time 20m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 -2 lb shelled and cooked shrimp (50-60 count is good)
2 -3 large tomatoes, chopped
1/2 small white onions, chopped or 2 green onions
1/2 cup cilantro, slightly chopped
1/2 jalapeno, diced, with seeds
1 avocado, chopped
tomato juice
lime juice
salt and pepper
garlic salt

Steps:

After you chop the tomatoes, onions and cilantro mix together in a bowl, add the diced jalapeno pepper.
Add about 1-1/2 cups of tomato juice (V-8 is what I like to use).
Then add about 2 tablespoons or more to taste of lime juice (lemon juice will do if you don't have lime and fresh is always better) Add garlic salt to taste do the same to the salt and pepper.
Add the shrimp and avocado.
Do a taste test to see if you may need to add one or more of the above ingredients.
Cover and refrigerate about an hour or until ready to serve.
Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 427.3, Fat 17.6, SaturatedFat 2.9, Cholesterol 442, Sodium 526.3, Carbohydrate 17.8, Fiber 9.4, Sugar 6.3, Protein 51.3

COCTEL DE CAMARóN

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Categories Shellfish Salad Appetizer

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

11/2 pounds shrimp, peeled & deveined, tails removed
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 cup V8 juice
1/2 cup ketchup
3 tablespoons lime juice (2 limes) plus wedges for serving
2 teaspoons hot sauce
1/2 stalk English cucumber, cut into 1/2 inch pieces
1 cup red onion, finely chopped
1 avocado, halved, pitted, cut into 1/2 inch pieces
1/4 cup cilantro
10 saltines

Steps:

Combine V8 juice, ketchup, lime juice, hot sauce, and salt in medium bowl. Add cucumber, onion, and shrimp and stir until evenly coated. Stir in avocado and cilantro. Portion cocktail into individual bowls or glasses and serve immediately, passing saltines, lime wedges, and extra hot sauce separately.
First, cook and cool shrimp. Cut each into 3 pieces

Tips:

Use fresh shrimp. Fresh shrimp will have a sweeter, more delicate flavor than frozen shrimp.
Clean the shrimp properly. Be sure to remove the heads, shells, and tails from the shrimp before cooking.
Cook the shrimp until they are just opaque. Overcooked shrimp will be tough and rubbery.
Use a variety of vegetables. This will add color and flavor to your cocktail.
Use a flavorful dressing. A good dressing will help to bring all of the flavors of the cocktail together.
Serve the cocktail chilled. This will help to keep the shrimp fresh and flavorful.

Conclusion:

Shrimp cocktail is a classic appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own personal taste. With a little creativity, you can create a shrimp cocktail that is sure to impress your guests.