Step 1: Cook the Shrimp
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil.
Add shrimp and cook 2–3 minutes until pink and opaque.
Immediately transfer to ice water to stop cooking.
Drain and chop shrimp into bite-sized pieces if large.
Step 2: Make the Cocktail Base
In a large bowl, whisk together tomato juice (or Clamato), ketchup, lime juice, and hot sauce.
Step 3: Add Fresh Ingredients
Stir in onion, tomatoes, cucumber, cilantro, salt, and pepper.
Step 4: Add Shrimp
Fold cooked shrimp gently into the mixture.
Step 5: Chill
Cover and refrigerate for 30–60 minutes to let flavors blend.
Step 6: Finish & Serve
Just before serving, gently fold in diced avocado.
Taste and adjust salt, lime, or heat.
🌟 Pro Tips
- Always add avocado right before serving to keep it fresh
- For extra heat, add more hot sauce or minced chili
- Serve very cold for best flavor
🍽 How to Serve
- In chilled cocktail glasses
- With saltine crackers or tostadas
- With tortilla chips and extra lime wedges