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Campechana De Mariscos

A quick and refreshing Mexican seafood cocktail with shrimp, oysters, and clams in a zesty tomato sauce, topped with cilantro and onion. Perfect for a light lunch or appetizer.

Total time
20 min
Servings
4
Calories
180
Protein
24g
Campechana De Mariscos
FreshLightMexicanGluten-FreeDairy-FreeSeafoodTenderJuicy

Ingredients

  • ½ pound cooked shrimp
  • ½ pound shucked oysters
  • 1 can (6.5 oz) canned clams
  • 1 cup tomato juice
  • 2 whole lime
  • ¼ cup cilantro

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a large bowl, combine 0.5 lb cooked shrimp, 0.5 lb shucked oysters, and 1 can (6.5 oz) clams with their liquid. Squeeze the juice of 1 lime over the seafood and toss gently.

  2. 2

    Add 1 cup tomato juice and 1/4 cup chopped cilantro to the seafood. Stir in 1/4 cup finely chopped onion and 1/4 cup diced celery if you have them, for extra crunch.

  3. 3

    Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cover and refrigerate for 10 minutes to chill and let flavors meld.

  4. 4

    Serve in chilled glasses or bowls. Garnish with lime wedges and extra cilantro. Add diced green chili or hot sauce if you like heat.

Tools you’ll need

  • Large bowl
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Measuring cups
  • Citrus juicer (optional)

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