CóCTEL DE CAMARONES

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I used to order this regularly at my favorite Mexican restaurant. After much experimentation, this is a very close version. They serve it in a fish bowl type glass and even though I classified it as an appetizer...It is a meal in itself!

Provided by Lynn Caruso

Categories     Seafood Appetizers

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 lb cooked shrimp coarsly chopped - except 12 for garnish
1 Tbsp crushed garlic
1/2 c red onion, finely chopped
1/4 bunch cilantro, fresh finely chopped
1 - 1/2 c tomato & clam juice cocktail
1/4 c ketchup
1/4 c fresh lime juice
1 tsp hot pepper sauce - or more to taste
1/4 c prepared horseradish
1 large ripe avocado, peeled pitted and dices
salt to taste

Steps:

  • 1. Directions for 6 servings. Place the shrimp in a large bowl. Stir in garlic, red onion, and cilantro
  • 2. Mix in tomato and clam juice cocktail, ketchup, lime juice, hot sauce and horseradish. Season with salt
  • 3. Gently stir in avocado. Cover, and refrigerate 2-3 hours. Serve in a large bowl or ladle into individual bowls. Garnish with 2 whole shrimp per bowl

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