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Mexican Style Shrimp Cocktail

Last Updated on December 9, 2022. Originally Posted on December 9, 2022 By Laura Franco / 4 Comments

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Mexican Style Shrimp Cocktail is a tangy appetizer full of fresh veggies topped off with a store-bought bloody mary mix. via @krazykitchenmomMexican Style Shrimp Cocktail is a tangy appetizer full of fresh veggies topped off with a store-bought bloody mary mix. via @krazykitchenmomMexican Style Shrimp Cocktail is a tangy appetizer full of fresh veggies topped off with a store-bought bloody mary mix. via @krazykitchenmomMexican Style Shrimp Cocktail is a tangy appetizer full of fresh veggies topped off with a store-bought bloody mary mix. via @krazykitchenmom
Mexican Style Shrimp cocktail

Mexican Style Shrimp Cocktail is a tangy appetizer full of fresh veggies topped off with a store-bought bloody mary mix.

COCKTAIL GLASS FILLED WITH SHRIMP COCKTAIL

Why We Love This Appetizer

This twist on shrimp cocktail is full of bold and zesty flavors from the bloody mary mix and full of fresh veggies. The shrimp is also tossed in bloody mary mix before it’s roasted giving it a deep robust flavor itself.

It’s ready in minutes and can be served single-serve or in a large dish.

Ingredients

cutting board with the ingredients to make Mexican shrimp cocktail
  • Shrimp – for this recipe I recommend using 36-40 count shrimp which is typically labeled as medium-large size.
  • Fresh lime – for juice and garnish.
  • Fresh cilantro – chopped for recipe and whole for garnish.
  • Tomatoes – Roma tomatoes work best but any firm-skinned tomatoes (as pictured) will work fine.
  • Jalapeno
  • English cucumber – can substitute with a regular cucumber, however, I recommend cutting out the seeds if using anything other than an English cucumber.
  • Bloody Mary mix – any brand is fine.

Let’s Make Mexican Style Shrimp Cocktail

  • Preheat oven to 375°
  • Place shrimp, lime juice, and bloody mary mix in a bowl and let them marinate while the oven preheats.
  • Place shrimp on a parchment paper-lined cookie sheet and roast for 13-15 minutes.
  • Remove the shrimp from the oven and let them cool for 15-20 minutes. Or if making shrimp ahead of time, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to assemble.
  • Rough chop shrimp into bite-sized pieces. Reserving several whole shrimp for garnish.
  • Dice tomatoes by removing the seeds and inside using only the outside flesh.
  • Dice celery, jalapeno, and cucumber.
  • Rough dice the cilantro.
  • Peel and dice the avocado right before assembly.

To assemble

  • Add all chopped ingredients to a large bowl.
  • Pour in bloody mary mix and gently mix.
  • Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours.
  • Serve in decorative glasses with or without tortilla chips.
four photos showing how to make Mexican Shrimp Cocktail

Krazy Kitchen Mom Tips

  • I recommend using medium large-sized shrimp for this recipe.
  • For a shortcut, use store-bought precooked shrimp.
  • To make ahead of time, cook and dice shrimp, dice vegetables (except avocado), and cilantro, and store them in individual ziptop bags in the refrigerator before assembly.
  • Serve individual cocktail glasses or in a large decorative bowl.
  • Serve with tortilla chips or crackers for an easy dippable appetizer.
Mexican Shrimp Cocktail in a martini glass

More KKM Appetizer Recipes

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Mexican Shrimp Cocktail in a martini glass

Mexican Style Shrimp Cocktail

Mexican Style Shrimp Cocktail is a tangy appetizer full of fresh veggies topped off with a store-bought bloody mary mix.
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Course: Appetizer, Lite Lunch
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: 30 minute meals, easy appetizer, holiday appetizer, Holiday Brunch
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Author: Laura Franco

Ingredients 

For the shrimp:

  • 1 lb. raw shrimp – peeled and deveined
  • 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 1/4 cup Bloody Mary Mix

Other Ingredients

  • 1 avocado – diced
  • 1/2 cup celery sliced/diced small (1 large stalk)
  • 1 cup diced Roma tomatoes (2-3 tomatoes)
  • 1 small jalapeno – seeds removed and diced small
  • 1/3 English cucumber – diced small (1/3 of a cucumber)
  • 3-4 tbsp fresh cilantro – roughly chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 3/4 cup Bloody Mary Mix

Instructions

To roast the shrimp:

  • Preheat oven to 375°
  • Place shrimp, lime juice, and bloody mary mix in a bowl and let them marinate while the oven preheats.
  • Place shrimp on a parchment paper-lined cookie sheet, dicard any excess liquid, and roast for 13-15 minutes.
  • Remove the shrimp from the oven and let them cool for 15-20 minutes. Or if making shrimp ahead of time, store them in airtight container in the refrigerator.
  • Rough chop shrimp into bite-sized pieces. Reserving several whole shrimp for garnish.
  • Dice tomatoes by removing the seeds and inside using only the outside flesh.
  • Dice celery, jalapeno, and cucumber.
  • Rough dice the cilantro.
  • Peel and dice the avocado right before assembly.

To assemble the shrimp cocktail:

  • Add all of the chopped/diced ingredients to a large bowl and mix.
  • Pour in bloody mary mix and gently mix.
  • Refrigerate for 2 hours.
  • Serve in decorative glasses with or without tortilla chips.

Notes

Krazy Kitchen Mom Tips
  • I recommend using medium large-sized shrimp for this recipe.
  • For a shortcut, use store-bought precooked shrimp.
  • To make ahead of time, cook and dice shrimp, dice vegetables (except avocado), and cilantro, and store them in individual ziptop bags in the refrigerator before assembly.
  • Serve individual cocktail glasses or in a large decorative bowl.
  • Serve with tortilla chips or crackers for an easy dippable appetizer.
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Last Updated: December 9, 2022

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  1. Kyle says

    May 5, 2019 at 5:43 pm

    I can’t wait to make this! Love the idea of adding Bloody Mary mix for extra flavor. I might make guacamole dip and add a spoonful of this shrimp cocktail on top!

    Reply
    • krazykitchenmom says

      May 6, 2019 at 10:37 pm

      Oh wow! Guac with Bloody Mary Mix – sounds really good!

      Reply
  2. Jo Thrasher • Jo Eats says

    May 6, 2019 at 5:33 pm

    I really wish I could have two or three of these with a little side car of vodka right about now! Sigh…Mondays.

    Reply
    • krazykitchenmom says

      May 6, 2019 at 10:36 pm

      I feel your pain! Let me know if you give it a try. And just think – tomorrow is Tuesday already 🙂

      Reply

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