Shrimp Campechana Cocktail Recipe

Wow your guests with this vibrant and refreshing Shrimp Campechana Cocktail! This stunning appetizer, beautifully presented in a hurricane glass with tortilla chips, is a crowd-pleaser guaranteed to receive rave reviews. A zesty blend of succulent shrimp, creamy avocados, and juicy tomatoes, with a kick of jalapeño and a touch of cilantro, makes this recipe irresistible. Elevate it further by adding fresh blue crab for an extra luxurious touch. Perfect for parties, special occasions, or a light yet satisfying meal.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 23 mins
Calories 619.6 kcal
Protein 58g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Shrimp Campechana Cocktail

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How to Make Shrimp Campechana Cocktail

  1. Finely dice 1 pound of cooked shrimp.
  2. Dice 2 ripe avocados and gently mix with the shrimp to prevent browning.
  3. Add 1 cup of diced Roma tomatoes, 1/2 cup chopped cilantro, 1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions, and 2-3 finely minced jalapeños (adjust to taste).
  4. Squeeze the juice of 2 limes over the mixture.
  5. Stir in 1/4 cup of your favorite seafood cocktail sauce and 2 tablespoons of ketchup.
  6. Season generously with salt to taste.
  7. Gently mix all ingredients together.
  8. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  9. Serve chilled in hurricane glasses, garnished with a whole jalapeño and surrounded by tortilla chips. Optional: Add 1/2 pound of cooked, picked blue crab meat for an extra luxurious twist.
  10. Serve immediately with extra tortilla chips.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

54 g

Sugar

30g

Fat

22g

Carbs

19g