Mexian Shrimp Cocktail

A super flavorful and bold refreshing mix of shrimp, tomato, lime, and spice.

Recipe for Mexian Shrimp Cocktail

This Mexican Shrimp Cocktail (coctel de camarón) is a vibrant blend of chilled shrimp, tangy tomato, crisp vegetables, and fresh lime juice. Served with avocado and crackers or tortilla chips, it’s a refreshing appetizer that’s bold enough to stand on its own.

Mexican

Side Dish

Main

Seafood

schedule

Cook Time
15min

group

Servings
4-6

readiness_score

Difficulty
Easy

Ingredients

  • 1/2 Cup ketchup
  • 2 Cups Chelada mix (Clamato or my favorite Arriba)
  • Diced cooked shimp
  • 1/2 diced red onion
  • 1/2 cucumber chopped
  • 1 chopped avocado
  • 1/4 Cup cilantro
  • Lime juice

Instructions

  1. Add ketchup and chelada mix together.
  2. Add shrimp, onion, cucumber, cilantro, and avocado.
  3. Add in a splash of lime juice, fresh is best.
  4. Stir to combine and let set for 15 minutes to meld the flavors.
  5. Refrigerate if you like it cold and serve with crackers or tostadas.