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Campechana, Grilled Mexican Shrimp Cocktail

Vibrant Campechana: Grilled Mexican Shrimp Cocktail Magic

Experience the vibrant flavors of Campechana, a fresh and customizable grilled Mexican shrimp cocktail that captivates every gathering.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound medium-sized shrimp cleaned and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil can substitute with olive oil
For the Marinade
  • 1/4 cup lime juice or lemon juice if in a rush
  • 1 tablespoon Tajin seasoning can substitute with chili powder
For the Cocktail Sauce
  • 1 cup Clamato juice or tomato juice in a pinch
  • 1 tablespoon hot sauce adjust based on spice preference
  • 1 tablespoon Jugo Maggi can substitute with soy sauce
For the Vegetables
  • 2 medium Anaheim chiles or bell peppers for milder taste
  • 2 medium tomatoes diced and ripe
  • 1 medium jalapeño optional for less heat
  • 1 medium cucumber diced, can add radishes for variety
  • 1/2 medium red onion or shallots for milder taste
  • 1 large avocado ripe for creaminess
For Serving
  • 1 bag tortilla chips or homemade for extra flair

Equipment

  • Grill
  • mixing bowl
  • Skewers
  • Resealable Bag

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by cleaning and deveining your medium-sized shrimp, leaving some tails on for presentation. Rinse and pat dry.
  2. In a large resealable bag, combine lime juice, vegetable oil, and Tajin seasoning. Add the cleaned shrimp, seal the bag, and shake to coat.
  3. Allow the shrimp to marinate in the refrigerator for 20 minutes.
Grilling
  1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Grill the Anaheim chiles for about 8–10 minutes until blistered.
  2. Place the grilled chiles in a heatproof bag to steam for 10 minutes.
  3. Remove the shrimp from the bag and skewer 4-5 shrimp onto each skewer.
  4. Grill the shrimp skewers for about 2-3 minutes on each side until opaque and firm.
Mixing
  1. Dice the grilled shrimp and peeled Anaheim chiles. In a large bowl, combine these with diced tomatoes, jalapeños, cucumbers, red onions, and avocados.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix Clamato juice, hot sauce, lime juice, and Jugo Maggi. Season with black pepper.
  3. Fold the shrimp and vegetables into the sauce mixture, coating well. Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Serving
  1. Spoon the Campechana into stylish glassware and serve with tortilla chips and lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 21gProtein: 14gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to customize the vegetables based on freshness and seasonal availability. Serve in stylish glassware for an eye-catching presentation.

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