Coctel de Camarón

Classic Shrimp Cocktail: an explosion of fresh flavor with juicy shrimp in a tomato and avocado broth.

Ingredients

• 500 grams Raw shrimp, peeled and deveined (large)
• 3 medium Ripe tomatoes
• ½ small White onion
• 2 large Garlic cloves
• 1 medium Serrano chile
• 4 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
• ¼ cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 medium Ripe avocado
• 1 to taste Salt
• ½ tsp Freshly ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Ketchup (optional, for color and sweetness)
• 1 tablespoon Neutral vegetable oil

Directions

1. Prepare the shrimp: peel, devein, and cut into pieces if large. Dry them thoroughly.
2. Blend tomatoes, half onion, 2 garlic cloves, 1 serrano chile, and the juice of 4 tablespoons of lime. Add 2 tablespoons of ketchup if you want extra color and sweetness. Blend until a smooth sauce is obtained.
3. Strain the blended sauce to obtain a smooth broth. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
4. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté the shrimp for 1-2 minutes per side, until they are pink and opaque. Avoid overcooking them.
5. Add the cooked shrimp to the tomato broth. Mix well.
6. Dice 1 avocado and finely chop ¼ cup of cilantro. Add the avocado and half of the cilantro to the cocktail just before serving. Mix gently.
7. Serve cold in cocktail glasses, garnished with the remaining cilantro.

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