Ensenada Shrimp Cocktail Recipe

Name: Ensenada Shrimp Cocktail
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined; 2 tablespoons salt; 2 plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped; 3 jalapeno peppers, seeds and ribs removed and chopped; 1 serrano chili, seeds and ribs removed and chopped; 1/3 cup red onion, chopped; 2 green onions, chopped; 1/3 cup cilantro, chopped; 1 cucumber, peeled and chopped; 1 avocado, peeled and chopped; 3/4 cup fresh lime juice; 3/4 cup fresh lemon juice

Servings: persons

1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons salt
2 plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped
3 jalapeno peppers, seeds and ribs removed and chopped
1 serrano chili, seeds and ribs removed and chopped
1/3 cup red onion, chopped
2 green onions, chopped
1/3 cup cilantro, chopped
1 cucumber, peeled and chopped
1 avocado, peeled and chopped
3/4 cup fresh lime juice
3/4 cup fresh lemon juice

1
In a large pot, bring 4 quarts of water and 2 tblsp of salt to a boil. Add the shrimp and cook for 1 minute. Remove shrimp with a slotted spoon and place into a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking.
2
Drain the shrimp and cut in half or into inch-long pieces. Place shrimp in a glass or ceramic bowl. Mix in the lime and lemon juice. Cover and refrigerate for 1/2 hour.
3
Mix in the onions, tomatoes and chilis and refrigerate another 1/2 hour to 1 hour.
4
Add the cilantro, cucumber and avocado. Spoon into individual serving dishes - I use cocktail glasses - and serve.

208

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined, 2 tablespoons salt, 2 plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped, 3 jalapeno peppers, seeds and ribs removed and chopped, and more.

Yes, Ensenada 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.

Ensenada Shrimp Cocktail

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