Guatemalan Shrimp Cocktail (Cóctel de Camarones Guatemalteco)
Cóctel de Camarones Guatemalteco, or Guatemalan Shrimp Cocktail, is a refreshing and flavorful seafood dish that is popular in Guatemala. This dish is perfect for warm weather and is often enjoyed as an appetizer or light meal.
Ingredients
- 1 pound cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup chopped red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 1/4 cup tomato juice
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked shrimp, diced tomatoes, chopped red onion, and cilantro.
- Gently fold in the diced avocado.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the ketchup, fresh lime juice, tomato juice, hot sauce, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the sauce over the shrimp mixture and toss gently to coat.
- Chill the cocktail in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 5 minutes
- Total time:
- 25 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Protein
- 20g
- Carbohydrates
- 15g
- Fat
- 12g
Supplies
Large bowl Small bowl Sharp knife Cutting board Serving glasses
Tools
Mixing spoon Measuring cups Measuring spoons
Serving suggestions
Serve the Cóctel de Camarones Guatemalteco in chilled glasses, garnished with a lime wedge and a sprig of cilantro.
Tips & tricks
For a spicier kick, add more hot sauce to the cocktail mixture according to your preference.
Cost
$15