Refreshing Vuelve A La Vida Recipes You Must Try

If you’re looking to spice up your meal time with a delightful and refreshing seafood cocktail, look no further! Today, I’m excited to share a mouthwatering recipe for the Vuelve La Vida cocktail, inspired by the vibrant flavors of Mambo Seafood in Houston, TX. This dish is the perfect blend of fresh seafood, zesty citrus, and a hint of spice. Let’s dive right in!

Discover the Vuelve La Vida Cocktail

This seafood cocktail is not just a feast for the eyes; it’s bursting with flavor and makes for an ideal appetizer or a light meal. Treat your taste buds to an exciting combination of shrimp, octopus, and tangy avocados, all tossed in a zesty tomato sauce that’s hard to resist.

Ingredients

1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 pound octopus, cleaned and cooked
2 ripe avocados, diced
1 cup tomato juice
1/2 cup lime juice (about 4 limes)
1 tablespoon hot sauce (adjust to taste)
1/2 medium onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional: Tortilla chips for serving

Instructions

Begin by cooking the shrimp. In a large pot of boiling water, add the shrimp and cook until they turn pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes. Drain and place in an ice bath to stop the cooking process. Once cooled, chop them into bite-sized pieces.
In a separate pot, boil the octopus for about 30-45 minutes, or until tender. Once cooked, let it cool and chop into small pieces.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped shrimp, octopus, and diced avocados.
In another bowl, whisk together the tomato juice, lime juice, hot sauce, onion, cilantro, salt, and pepper.
Pour the sauce over the seafood mixture and toss gently to combine, being careful not to mash the avocados.
Let the mixture sit for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve chilled with tortilla chips on the side or in individual bowls.

Indulge in the refreshing and exhilarating flavors of the Vuelve La Vida cocktail! It’s perfect for any gathering or simply as a delightful treat to enjoy at home. And trust me, once you try it, you’ll want to make it again and again!