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.

Guatemalan Shrimp Cocktail (Cóctel de Camarones Guatemalteco)

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

  1. In a large bowl, combine the cooked shrimp, diced tomatoes, chopped red onion, and cilantro.
  2. Gently fold in the diced avocado.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix together the ketchup, fresh lime juice, tomato juice, hot sauce, salt, and pepper.
  4. Pour the sauce over the shrimp mixture and toss gently to coat.
  5. 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