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Mexican Shrimp Cocktail

ShrimpSeafoodEasy

Time: 10 minutes

Yield: 4 servings

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If you have a Tex-Mex theme on your menu or you simply want to shake things up a bit, have we got the perfect appetizer for you! This Mexican Shrimp Cocktail is sure to shock every member of your gathering in the best way. Their taste buds will be blown away by just how perfectly those plump shrimp mix with the tender veggies and sweet sauce. They'll love the little zing of heat added by the jalapeños, too. Well, something so delicious calls for a fiesta! Get your Mexican Shrimp Cocktail ready for an explosion of flavor and fun!

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Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 pounds shrimp, deveined and tails removed, cooked
  • 1 cup avocado, diced
  • 1/3 cup red onion, very thinly sliced
  • 1 jalapeño, seeds and ribs removed, finely diced
  • 1/2 cup cilantro leaves, chopped
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 3/4 cup tomato sauce
  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons orange juice
  • salt, to taste
  • pepper, to taste

Directions

Step 1 -In a large bowl, add the shrimp, the avocado, the red onion, the jalapeño, and the cilantro and mix to combine.

Step 2 -In a small bowl, whisk the lime juice, the tomato sauce, the ketchup, the orange juice, the salt, and the pepper together.

Step 3 -Pour the sauce over the shrimp mixture and toss to evenly coat.

Step 4 -Serve.

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