Unleash the tantalizing flavors of citrus and succulent shrimp with our curated guide to the ultimate citrus marinated shrimp cocktail. This classic appetizer is transformed into an extraordinary culinary delight with the vibrant tang of citrus marinade, creating a refreshing and unforgettable taste experience. Embark on a journey of culinary exploration as we reveal the secrets behind the perfect citrus marinade, the art of selecting the freshest shrimp, and the techniques for achieving the ideal balance of flavors. Get ready to elevate your shrimp cocktail game and impress your guests with this delectable dish that is both visually stunning and bursting with flavor.
Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!
CITRUS SHRIMP COCKTAIL
This shrimp cocktail is similar to the ones served in Mexico with a thinner sauce. Delicious as a first course or appetizer.
Provided by Deja A
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 50m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Bring citrus juices, ketchup & garlic to boil.
- Add shrimp, reduce heat & simmer 2 minutes.
- Drain & chill shrimp, reserving citrus juices.
- Nest the bowl of citrus juices in a large bowl of ice & whisk until cool.
- Stir tomato, onion, cilantro, jalapeño, olive oil, 1 teaspoons salt & hot sauce into citrus mixture.
- Add shrimp and toss to coat. Chill at least 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- To serve: Dip rims of martini or margarita glasses into lime juice & then dip into kosher salt. Spoon 1/4 cup avocado into glass & top with shrimp mixture. Serve with crackers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 307.6, Fat 16.5, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 172.8, Sodium 578.2, Carbohydrate 16.8, Fiber 5.2, Sugar 6.9, Protein 25.3
CITRUS-MARINATED SHRIMP COCKTAIL
If you like shrimp, you will love this. It just begs to be served with a pitcher of Margarita's, and some tasty buttery crackers. Just a nice, refreshing appetizer, to be enjoyed poolside or inside.
Provided by FLUFFSTER
Categories < 15 Mins
Time 10m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Combine juices, ketchup, vodka and hot pepper sauce in large bowl.
- Whisk in oil.
- Add shrimp, onion and cilantro and mix well.
- Cover and refrigerate at least 3 hours and up to 6 hours.
- Drain before using.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 292, Fat 11.2, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 172.8, Sodium 510.3, Carbohydrate 17.6, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 11.8, Protein 24.2
BURNT CITRUS COCKTAIL
Steps:
- Combine the orange liqueur, white rum, lemon juice and simple syrup in a cocktail shaker filled with ice. Shake for 30 seconds. Strain into a rocks glass or large coupe.
- Float the lemon shell in the glass and fill with the 151-proof rum. Using a long match or lighter, very carefully ignite the rum. To extinguish the flame, use a spoon or stirrer to press the lemon into the cocktail.
CITRUS MARINATED SHRIMP COCKTAIL
Provided by Maria Budde
Categories Shellfish Appetizer No-Cook Low Cal Lemon Orange Shrimp Spring Bon Appétit California Pescatarian Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added
Yield Makes 6 Appetizer Servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Combine juices, ketchup, vodka and hot pepper sauce in large bowl. Whisk in oil. Add shrimp, onion and cilantro and mix well. Cover and refrigerate at least 3 hours and up to 6 hours. Drain before serving.
MARINATED GRILLED SHRIMP COCKTAIL
Provided by Michael Chiarello : Food Network
Categories appetizer
Time 4h23m
Yield 4 appetizer servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cut along the back about 1/4-inch deep through the shell of each prawn to remove the vein. Put prawns in a shallow, non-aluminum baking dish.
- In a small bowl, whisk together citrus oil, onion, garlic, cilantro, and lemon juice. Pour over prawns, cover, and let marinate, refrigerated, 1 to 4 hours.
- Preheat grill or broiler.
- When ready to cook, thread prawns on skewers and discard marinade. Season with salt and pepper, to taste, and grill or broil, turning once, until just done, 2 to 3 minutes.
- Shrimp can be served warm or at room temperature. They are delicious on their own or with Citrus Aioli.
- Cook's Note: Leaving the shells on the prawns protects them from drying out during cooking. This method works so well that I use it often when preparing shrimp or prawns for salads, pasta, pizza, and sandwiches. Simply reduce the cooking time if they will later be cooked more, for instance as part of a sauce or pizza topping. Peel shrimp after they come off the grill.
- 2 cloves garlic
- Coarse salt
- 1 cup prepared mayonnaise
- 2 lemons, zested
- 1 lemon, juiced
- Freshly ground black pepper
- Using a mortar and pestle, or on a cutting board, finely mash the garlic cloves with a pinch of salt.
- In a bowl, mix the garlic paste with remaining ingredients and serve. Keep refrigerated until ready to serve.
CARLA'S CITRUS MARINADE
Categories Condiment/Spread Citrus Garlic Quick & Easy Summer Gourmet
Yield Makes 1 cup (enough for 1 1/2 to 2 pounds chicken or shrimp)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Thinly slice garlic and in a small saucepan cook in oil over moderately low heat until it just begins to turn golden. Remove pan from heat and with a slotted spoon discard garlic.
- Into oil in pan stir in remaining ingredients and salt and pepper to taste and cool marinade.
CITRUS SHRIMP
Steps:
- In a blender or food processor, combine the orange juice and zest, lime juice and zest, olive oil, garlic and salt. Be careful with the salt - the shrimp really suck it up! Cover, and puree until smooth.
- Place shrimp in a bowl, and pour the citrus marinade over them. Let them marinate for 20 minutes at room temperature.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the shrimp about 3 minutes per side, in batches if necessary, until opaque. Spoon a little of the marinade in with them for extra flavor while they cook if you like.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 198.7 calories, Carbohydrate 11.6 g, Cholesterol 172.5 mg, Fat 6.6 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 23.9 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 362.8 mg, Sugar 5.8 g
CITRUS GARLIC SHRIMP
Garlic is paired with sunny citrus in this special shrimp and linguine combination. "This is one of my husband's favorites," shares Diane Jackson of Las Vegas, Nevada. "And it's pretty enough for company," she adds.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cook linguine according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a blender, combine the next eight ingredients; cover and process until blended. Pour into a large skillet; bring to boil. Reduce heat, stir in the shrimp; simmer, uncovered for 3-4 minutes or until shrimp turn pink. , Drain linguine; toss with shrimp mixture. Sprinkle with cheese and parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 504 calories, Fat 20g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 112mg cholesterol, Sodium 526mg sodium, Carbohydrate 60g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 22g protein.
SIZZLING CITRUS SHRIMP MARINADE
Lime juice, grated horseradish, and soy sauce make a mouth-watering marinade for shrimp or scallops.
Provided by Kikkoman
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Kikkoman
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Mix marinade ingredients in a bowl. Add cleaned seafood* and chill. Grill seafood following your favorite method.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 86.7 calories, Carbohydrate 1.6 g, Cholesterol 91.2 mg, Fat 2.9 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 12.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 1332.4 mg, Sugar 0.2 g
ZESTY MARINATED SHRIMP
These easy shrimp look impressive on a buffet table and taste even better! The zesty sauce has a wonderful spicy citrus flavor. I especially like this recipe because I can prepare it ahead of time. -Mary Jane Guest, Alamosa, Colorado
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 10m
Yield about 4-1/2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place first eight ingredients in a large bowl; toss with shrimp. Refrigerate, covered, 4 hours, stirring occasionally. Drain before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 28 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 36mg sodium, Carbohydrate 0 carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use fresh, wild-caught shrimp.
- If you don't have time to marinate the shrimp for the full 30 minutes, even a short marinade will help to infuse them with flavor.
- Be sure to reserve some of the marinade for dipping the shrimp in.
- To make the cocktail sauce, be sure to use high-quality ketchup and horseradish.
- You can also add other ingredients to the cocktail sauce, such as Sriracha, Worcestershire sauce, or diced onions.
- Serve the shrimp cocktail immediately, while the shrimp are still chilled.
Conclusion:
Citrus-marinated shrimp cocktail is a refreshing and flavorful appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a delicious and impressive appetizer, give this recipe a try.
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