Best 5 Cocktel De Camaron Recipes

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

Cocktel de camarón, or Mexican shrimp cocktail, is a classic dish that combines succulent shrimp with a tangy and spicy tomato-based sauce. It's a staple at Mexican restaurants and gatherings, and for good reason: it's easy to make, incredibly delicious, and perfect for any occasion. This article features a collection of cocktel de camarón recipes that cater to various preferences and skill levels. From the traditional tomato-based version to unique twists with avocado, mango, and even octopus, these recipes offer a delightful range of flavors and textures to tantalize your taste buds. So, gather your ingredients, and let's embark on a culinary journey to create the ultimate cocktel de camarón experience.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

AUTHENTIC MEXICAN SHRIMP COCKTAIL (COCTEL DE CAMARONES ESTILO MEXICANO)



Authentic Mexican Shrimp Cocktail (Coctel de Camarones estilo Mexicano) image

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

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

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

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

COCTEL DE CAMARóN



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Categories     Shellfish     Salad     Appetizer

Number Of Ingredients 11

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

COCKTEL DE CAMARON



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During a summer in Veracruz, Mexico I learned how to make this street-fare staple. Sounds rather strange but it tastes wonderful and goes great with Corona®!

Provided by Melissa Sakmar

Categories     Shrimp Dip

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 ounces cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 avocado - peeled, pitted and diced
½ bunch fresh cilantro, chopped
¼ cup orange-flavored carbonated beverage
¾ cup ketchup
1 (4 ounce) packet saltine crackers

Steps:

  • Chop the shrimp into smaller pieces and transfer to a bowl. Stir in the avocado and cilantro. In a separate bowl, stir together the orange soda and ketchup until the foaming stops. Pour over the shrimp mixture and toss to coat. It should be soupy. Refrigerate for about 30 minutes to blend the flavors before serving with saltine crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 334.5 calories, Carbohydrate 42 g, Cholesterol 109.2 mg, Fat 12 g, Fiber 4.7 g, Protein 16.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 999.9 mg, Sugar 10.8 g

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

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

Tips:

  • Use Fresh Ingredients: For the best flavor, use fresh shrimp, vegetables, and herbs.
  • Cook the Shrimp Properly: Overcooked shrimp are tough and rubbery. Cook them just until they turn pink and opaque.
  • Chill the Cocktail: For a refreshing cocktail, chill it for at least 30 minutes before serving.
  • Garnish Generously: A variety of garnishes can add flavor and color to your cocktail. Try using lemon wedges, lime wedges, cocktail onions, and fresh herbs.

Conclusion:

Shrimp cocktail is a classic appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make, delicious, and always a crowd-pleaser. With a few simple tips, you can make the best shrimp cocktail you have ever tasted.

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