Citrus Shrimp Cocktail Recipe

Name: Citrus Shrimp Cocktail
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup fresh orange juice; 1/4 cup fresh lime juice; 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice; 1/4 cup ketchup; 2 teaspoons garlic, minced; 1 1/2 lbs large shrimp, peeled, deveined & cut in half lengthwise; 1 tomatoes, chopped & seeded; 1/2 cup red onion, slivered; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, minced; 2 tablespoons jalapenos, minced; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 2 dashes hot sauce; 2 ripe avocados, chopped

Servings: persons

3/4 cup fresh orange juice
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup ketchup
2 teaspoons garlic, minced
1 1/2 lbs large shrimp, peeled, deveined & cut in half lengthwise
1 tomatoes, chopped & seeded
1/2 cup red onion, slivered
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, minced
2 tablespoons jalapenos, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon kosher salt
2 dashes hot sauce
2 ripe avocados, chopped

1
Bring citrus juices, ketchup & garlic to boil.
2
Add shrimp, reduce heat & simmer 2 minutes.
3
Drain & chill shrimp, reserving citrus juices.
4
Nest the bowl of citrus juices in a large bowl of ice & whisk until cool.
5
Stir tomato, onion, cilantro, jalapeno, olive oil, 1 teaspoons salt & hot sauce into citrus mixture.
6
Add shrimp and toss to coat. Chill at least 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
7
To serve: Dip rims of martini or margarita glasses into lime juice & then dip into kosher salt. Spoon 1/4 cup avocado into glass & top with shrimp mixture. Serve with crackers.

304

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Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cup fresh orange juice, 1/4 cup fresh lime juice, 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, 1/4 cup ketchup, and more.

Yes, Citrus Shrimp Cocktail falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Citrus Shrimp Cocktail

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Variations & substitutions

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