Spicy Shrimp Cocktail with Tomato and Cilantro

Name: Spicy Shrimp Cocktail with Tomato and Cilantro
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups tomato juice; 1 cup bottled clam juice; 1/2 cup Sherry wine vinegar; 20 large cilantro sprigs; 2 serrano chilies or jalapeno chilies, cut in half; 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 pounds uncooked large shrimp, peeled, deveined; 1 large tomato, chopped; 2 green onions, chopped; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro; 1 teaspoon fresh lime juice; 1 teaspoon sugar; Lime wedges

Servings: persons

2 cups tomato juice
1 cup bottled clam juice
1/2 cup Sherry wine vinegar
20 large cilantro sprigs
2 serrano chilies or jalapeno chilies, cut in half
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 pounds uncooked large shrimp, peeled, deveined
1 large tomato, chopped
2 green onions, chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon sugar
Lime wedges

1
Combine tomato juice, clam juice, vinegar, cilantro sprigs, chilies and Worcestershire sauce in medium saucepan.
2
Boil until sauce is slightly thickened and reduced to 1 2/3 cups, about 30 minutes.
3
Strain into medium bowl.
4
Heat oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
5
Add shrimp and saute until just cooked through, about 4 minutes.
6
Cool.
7
Add shrimp, tomato, green onions, chopped cilantro, lime juice and sugar to sauce.
8
Season with salt and pepper.
9
Chill until cold, at least 3 hours.
10
(Can be made 1 day ahead.
11
Cover and keep chilled.)
12
Garnish with lime wedges.

434

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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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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: 2 cups tomato juice, 1 cup bottled clam juice, 1/2 cup Sherry wine vinegar, 20 large cilantro sprigs, and more.

Yes, Spicy Shrimp Cocktail with Tomato and Cilantro 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!