Tajín Shrimp Cocktail with Creamy Cilantro Dip

Name: Tajín Shrimp Cocktail with Creamy Cilantro Dip
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 6 serving(s)
Ingredients: 1/2 c. sour cream; 1/2 c. cilantro, roughly chopped; 1 scallion, cut into 2-inch pieces; 1/2 serrano chile, seeded and roughly chopped; 1 small clove garlic; 2 tbsp. olive oil; 1 1/2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice; 1/2 tsp. ground cumin; 1/4 tsp. ground coriander; Kosher salt; 1 lb. precooked medium shrimp, peeled with tails intact; 1/2 tsp. Tajín

Step up your shrimp cocktail game.

By Tina MartinezPublished: May 2, 2025

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tajin shrimp cocktail with creamy cilantro dip

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Yields:

6 serving(s)

Total Time:

10 mins

Cal/Serv:

144

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For a vibrant twist on shrimp cocktail, season the shrimp with tangy, spicy Tajín and swap out the red sauce for a creamy cilantro dip. It tastes like a whole new dish.

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Ingredients

1/2 cup
sour cream
1/2 cup
cilantro, roughly chopped
1
scallion, cut into 2-inch pieces
1/2
serrano chile, seeded and roughly chopped
1
small clove garlic
2 Tbsp.
olive oil
1 1/2 Tbsp.
fresh lemon juice
1/2 tsp.
ground cumin
1/4 tsp.
ground coriander
Kosher salt
1 lb.
precooked medium shrimp, peeled with tails intact
1/2 tsp.
Tajín

Directions

1. Step 1In mini food processor, puree sour cream, cilantro, scallion, serrano chile, garlic, oil, lemon juice, cumin, coriander, and 1/2 teaspoon salt until smooth.
2. Step 2In large bowl, toss shrimp and Tajín to coat. Serve with dip.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION (per serving): About 144 calories, 8.5 g fat (2.5 g saturated), 130 mg cholesterol, 416 mg sodium, 2 g carbohydrates, 0 g fiber, 0.5 g sugar (0 g added sugar), 14 g protein

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