Coctel De Camarones (La Costa Style Mexican Shrimp Cocktail)

Jun 05, 2023June 5, 20230 3
Coctel De Camarones (La Costa Style Mexican Shrimp Cocktail)
in Seafood

Prep

20 min

Cook

5 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3 roma tomatoes , halved lengthwise
4 quarts water plus 1/2 cup water
1/4 cup ripe tomatoes , seeded diced
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons lime juice , freshly squeezed
kosher salt , to taste
1 1/2 lbs medium shrimp , tails removed peeled deveined
2 tablespoons sauce from chipotle chiles in adobo
1 1/2 tablespoons honey
1 small garlic clove , minced
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 pinch fresh ground black pepper
1 avocado , halved pitted peeled cubed
1/2 cup unpeeled English cucumber , cubed
1/4 cup yellow onion , chopped
1/4 cup loosely packed fresh cilantro , chopped
1 tablespoon jalapeno chile , minced ( optional )
saltine crackers or several small tostadas , for serving
lime wedge , for serving

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
221
Sugar
8g
Fat
8g
Coctel De Camarones is a traditional Mexican seafood dish that is popular in coastal regions like La Costa. The dish typically consists of boiled shrimp served in a tangy tomato-based sauce with avocado, onion, and fresh herbs. In this recipe, the dish is given a smoky and slightly sweet flavor from the addition of chipotle chiles in adobo and honey. The combination of flavors and textures makes this recipe a delicious and refreshing way to enjoy seafood. It can be served as a light meal or as an appetizer for a Mexican-themed dinner party with friends and family.

Instructions

1.In a large pot, bring 4 quarts of water to a boil.
2.Add the halved tomatoes and boil until tender, about 5 minutes.
3.Remove the tomatoes from the pot and let them cool.
4.In a large bowl, combine the diced ripe tomatoes, 1/4 cup of lime juice, and salt to taste.
5.Mix well and set the bowl aside.
6.Add the shrimp to the pot of boiling water and cook for 1-2 minutes or until just pink.
7.Drain the shrimp and add them to a bowl of ice water to cool.
8.Once the shrimp are cooled, peel and devein them.
9.In another bowl, combine the chipotle sauce, honey, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, black pepper, and remaining lime juice.
10.Mix well and set the bowl aside.
11.Cut the cooled roma tomatoes into small chunks and add them to the bowl with the diced tomatoes.
12.Add the avocado, cucumber, onion, cilantro, and jalapeno (if using) to the bowl and mix well.
13.Add the shrimp to the bowl and mix gently.
14.Divide the shrimp mixture into bowls and top with saltine crackers or small tostadas and a lime wedge.

PROS

This Coctel De Camarones recipe is a delicious and refreshing way to enjoy seafood.

The ingredients are easy to find and the dish is simple to make.

It can be served as an appetizer or a light meal.

The dish is low in calories and high in protein.

CONS

The recipe calls for chipotle chiles in adobo which may not be available in all regions.

The dish contains shrimp, which may not be suitable for those with shellfish allergies.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Shrimp is an excellent source of protein and is low in calories and fat.
It is also a good source of vitamin D, vitamin B12, and minerals like zinc and selenium.
The avocado in this recipe is high in healthy fats and fiber, which may help to reduce bad cholesterol levels and lower the risk of heart disease.
The dish also contains cucumber, which is low in calories and has hydrating properties.

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