Shrimp Cocktail with Avocado Cream

 

Shrimp Cocktail with Avocado Cream

Ingredients

• 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 1 ripe avocado, pitted and peeled
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
• Cocktail sauce, for serving
• Lemon wedges, for garnish

Instructions

1. Cook the shrimp: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until they are pink and cooked through. Drain the shrimp and rinse them with cold water to stop the cooking process.
2. Make the avocado cream: In a food processor, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, avocado, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Process until smooth and creamy.
3. Assemble the shrimp cocktail: Arrange the cooked shrimp in a cocktail glass or bowl. Top with the avocado cream. Serve immediately with cocktail sauce and lemon wedges.

Nutrition Information

• Calories: 160
• Fat: 12g
• Protein: 10g
• Carbohydrates: 3g

Tips

• For a spicier shrimp cocktail, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a dash of hot sauce to the avocado cream.
• You can also use cooked shrimp that has been thawed from frozen.
• If you don't have a food processor, you can mash the avocado with a fork and then mix it with the other ingredients.
• Serve with your favourite crackers or bread for a complete appetiser.