Best 6 Shrimp Cocktail Veracruz Style Recipes
**Dive into the vibrant flavors of Veracruz with our tantalizing Shrimp Cocktail Veracruz Style!**
Embark on a culinary journey to the coastal city of Veracruz, Mexico, where the sea meets the land, and flavors dance in harmony. Our Shrimp Cocktail Veracruz Style is a symphony of fresh, bold ingredients, perfectly balanced to create a dish that will tantalize your taste buds. Succulent shrimp, cooked to perfection, are the stars of the show, while a medley of chopped vegetables, including crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and aromatic onions, adds a refreshing crunch and vibrancy. The secret lies in the zesty dressing, a harmonious blend of spicy tomato sauce, tangy lime juice, and a hint of sweetness from honey. Served chilled, this cocktail is a delightful appetizer or a light and refreshing main course.
**In this article, we present two variations of this classic dish:**
1. **Traditional Shrimp Cocktail Veracruz Style:** Experience the authentic flavors of Veracruz with this recipe that stays true to its roots. Fresh, succulent shrimp are combined with a zesty tomato-based sauce, creating a harmonious balance of flavors.
2. **Avocado Shrimp Cocktail Veracruz Style:** Indulge in a creamy and luscious twist on the traditional recipe. Perfectly cooked shrimp are nestled in a creamy avocado sauce, complemented by a medley of fresh vegetables and a tangy dressing.
Whether you prefer the classic tomato-based sauce or the creamy avocado variation, both recipes promise an explosion of flavors that will transport you to the vibrant streets of Veracruz. So, gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and let's embark on this culinary adventure together!
SHRIMP COCKTAIL VERACRUZ-STYLE RECIPE - (4.4/5)
Provided by SFCook
Number Of Ingredients 27
Steps:
- For SHRIMP: 1. Add salt, peppercorns, lime juice and lime halves to 4 cups boiling water. Add shrimp, cover, lower heat and return to boil. Simmer just until opaque in center, about 1 1/2 to 2 minutes (a minute or two longer for larger shrimp.) Drain and quickly place shrimp in ice water to stop cooking. Peel & devein; pat dry. (If using larger shrimp, cut in 1/2 or 1/3's.) SAUCE: 2. Mix together tomatoes, onions, scallions, garlic, and jalapeño. Add shrimp and lightly toss. 3. Stir together oil, lime zest, lime & lemon juice, and cilantro or parsley; stir gently into shrimp; season to taste with salt and pepper. May be covered and chilled, to this point, overnight. 4. To serve, top with avocado, lightly sprinkle with lime juice and chopped cilantro or parsley (add a few drops of hot sauce for extra spice); garnish with lime wedges & cilantro or parsley sprigs. SALSA VERDE: Remove papery husks from tomatillos, rinse, and quarter. Place in a blender or food processor with garlic, chiles, a pinch of salt, and 1⁄3 cup water. Pulse until finely chopped. Transfer to a bowl and stir in onions and cilantro. Season with salt.
MEXICAN-STYLE SHRIMP COCKTAIL
Here's a tasty twist on a classic starter. This dish combines deliciously diverse Mexican flavors, from fresh cilantro to authentic hot sauce. The textural contrast of crunchy jicama and creamy avocado makes this a uniquely tasty cocktail sauce for any poached seafood.
Provided by Rick Bayless
Categories main-dish
Time 40m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Bring 1 quart (1L) of salted water to a boil. Add the shrimp and let the water return to a simmer and poach for an additional minute or two. Scoop the shrimp out and place onto a rimmed baking sheet and chill 30 minutes. The shrimp can be made a day in advance and chilled until ready to serve.
- For the sauce, stir together the ketchup, lime juice, the Mexican hot sauce, olive oil and cilantro in a large bowl. This step can be completed a day in advance, stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container.
- In a small strainer, rinse the onion under cold water, then shake off the excess liquid, and add to the sauce. Peel, dice and add the jicama; dice and add the cucumber. Stir in the chilled shrimp and the avocado right before serving.
- Garnish with lime and serve with tostadas, chips, or saltine crackers.
AUTHENTIC MEXICAN SHRIMP COCKTAIL (COCTEL DE CAMARONES ESTILO MEXICANO)
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
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
SHRIMP COCKTAIL
During the '60s, shrimp cocktail was one of the most popular party foods around. And it is still a crowd favorite. It's the one appetizer that I serve for every special occasion as well as for munchie meals. -Peggy Allen, Pasadena, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 30m
Yield about 6 dozen (1-1/4 cups sauce).
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven, combine the first 8 ingredients; bring to a boil. Add shrimp. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until shrimp turn pink, 4-5 minutes. , Drain shrimp and immediately rinse in cold water. Refrigerate until cold, 2-3 hours. In a small bowl, combine the sauce ingredients. Refrigerate until serving. , Arrange shrimp on a serving platter; serve with sauce. If desired, serve with lemon wedges.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 59 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 66mg cholesterol, Sodium 555mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 9g protein.
SALPICON DE CAMARONES ESTILO VERACRUZ
Shrimp Cocktail Veracruz-Style is awesome! The word salpicon comes from the Spanish sal, salt, & picar to chop, refers in classical French cooking - to a mince of poultry, game or vegetables bound with a sauce. In Mexico, however, it can mean anything from a shredded beef salad in the north to this citrusy shrimp appetizer served with Salsa Verde - at Restaurante Dona Lala in Tiacotalpan. It is fantastic! Am posting the recipe for the Salsa Verde just in case this is slightly different from others. The tart green tomatillo gives the salsa its hue & name, is the most popular salsa ingredien in Mexico.
Provided by Manami
Categories Peppers
Time 15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- SALPICON DE CAMARONES:.
- Peel shrimp.
- Mix together shrimp, tomatoes, onions, garlic, and jalapeno.
- Stir in oil and parsley; season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Top with avocado and garnish with lime wedges.
- SALSA VERDE:.
- Remove papery husks from tomatillos, rinse, and quarter.
- Place in a blender or food processor with garlic, chiles, a pinch of salt, and 1/3 cup water.
- Pulse until finely chopped.
- Transfer to a bowl and stir in onions and cilantro.
- Season with salt.
- Que les aproveche!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 474.8, Fat 37, SaturatedFat 5.3, Cholesterol 172.8, Sodium 176.5, Carbohydrate 12.4, Fiber 5.4, Sugar 4.4, Protein 25.3
SHRIMP VERACRUZ-STYLE (CAMARONES A LA VERACRUZANA)
Posted for the Zaar World Tour 2006-Mexico. From the "Mexican Cookery" cookbook. I haven't tried this recipe, but it sounds delicious. When making this dish, be sure that you don't cook the shrimp too long or leave it standing in the hot sauce, as it will become tough.
Provided by Bayhill
Categories Peppers
Time 1h10m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cut bell pepper into 1-1/2"x1/2" strips. Heat 1 Tablespoon oil in a large saucepan. Add onion and green pepper strips. Cook until onion is tender but not browned. Add tomatoes, whole olives, capers, bay leaf, sugar and salt. Bring to a boil; reduce heat.
- Cover and simmer 20 minutes. Taste sauce and add more salt if needed. Heat 2 Tablespoons oil in another large skillet. Add shrimp.
- Cook over medium heat until shrimp turns pink, about 3 minutes. Sprinkle a few drops of lime juice over shrimp. Add sauce. Cook and stir 3 to 4 minutes longer. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 208.9, Fat 11.7, SaturatedFat 1.5, Cholesterol 143.2, Sodium 973.3, Carbohydrate 9.6, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 5.2, Protein 17.1
Tips:
- To devein shrimp, use a sharp knife to make a shallow cut along the back of the shrimp, from the head to the tail. Remove the vein and rinse the shrimp thoroughly.
- For best results, use fresh shrimp. If using frozen shrimp, thaw them in the refrigerator overnight or under cold running water for 30 minutes.
- Shrimp cocktail sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To make a spicier shrimp cocktail sauce, add a dash of cayenne pepper or hot sauce.
- Serve shrimp cocktail with your favorite garnishes, such as lemon wedges, cocktail sauce, and avocado slices.
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 taste preferences. With its bright flavors and refreshing taste, shrimp cocktail is sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering.
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