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Coctel de Camarones

Cultural Context

Originating from coastal Colombia, Coctel de Camarones is a vibrant dish that showcases the country's love for seafood. Traditionally served at festive gatherings, it reflects the local flavors of lime, cilantro, and fresh vegetables. Today, this dish has transcended borders, enjoyed in various forms across Latin America and beyond, often adapted with different sauces and garnishes.

ColombianCOappetizer
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1.5 pounds shrimp
1 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 cup chopped Italian parsley
1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
1/2 onion, diced purple onion
hot sauce
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 tablespoons ketchup
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice
1/4 cup garlic water
2 bay leaves
salt
pepper

shrimp

🥗Healthier: scallops

💰Cheaper: surimi

Surimi offers a more affordable alternative while still providing seafood flavor.

tomato sauce

🥗Healthier: fresh diced tomatoes

💰Cheaper: canned tomatoes

Fresh tomatoes enhance flavor without added preservatives.

ketchup

🥗Healthier: homemade tomato salsa

💰Cheaper: store-bought salsa

Homemade salsa can be fresher and more flavorful.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice offers a similar acidity with a different flavor profile.

1

Sprinkle shrimp with 1 teaspoon of sea salt and 1/4 teaspoon of baking soda, then refrigerate for 15 minutes.

2

Prepare a pot of water with the remaining quarter onion, 2 bay leaves, salt, and pepper to flavor it.

3

Start boiling the shrimp in the cold water, bringing it to 170 degrees Fahrenheit and cooking for 7 minutes.

4

In a bowl, mix 3 tablespoons of mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons of ketchup, 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil, and 1 tablespoon of freshly squeezed lime juice.

5

Add in a tablespoon of garlic water and adjust consistency with more mayonnaise if needed.

6

Fold in chopped parsley or cilantro into the sauce and season to taste with salt and pepper.

Cooking Techniques

boilingmixingchilling

Equipment Needed

potmixing bowl

Spice Level:

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Allergens

shellfish

Also Known As

Shrimp CocktailCóctel de Camarones

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