Easy Appetizer Recipes
Sign Up for the Recipe Publishing Newsletter
Shrimp Cocktail Recipe with Avocado Salsa
Shrimp has always been a popular favorite among those looking to prepare elegant appetizers for their private parties, and few appetizers have been more popular than the shrimp cocktail. The shrimp cocktail with avocado salsa sauce served with salty crackers is the perfect dish to enjoy on a hot summer day, as the chilled avocado salsa sauce is the perfect contrast for the salty seafood.
The following recipe is very easy to follow, and it will create one of the tastiest appetizers you can find. The appetizer combines the flavors of fresh tomatoes with tomato juice and ketchup for a slightly sweet tomato sauce. Into the tomato sauce will be added onions, jalapenos, and, of course, shrimp. When served with salty crackers, you will find that your appetizer is guaranteed to be an instant hit.
Serving seafood can be dangerous, especially if you purchase the ingredients a few days before the party. It is always recommended to purchase seafood ingredients on the day they will be served, as seafood goes bad long before other meats and ingredients. If you purchase your avocadoes and tomatoes fresh as well, you can be certain that your appetizer will taste as fresh and light as you could hope for.
Cocktail Shrimp with Tangy Avocado Salsa Sauce
Ingredients -
1 pound of cocktail shrimp, peeled
1 large tomato
3 avocadoes
1 small onion
1 bottle of V8 tomato juice
2 tablespoons of ketchup
Salt and pepper, to taste
Preparation:
To begin, ensure that the cocktail shrimp are properly cooked. You can fry them in lime juice if they are not cooked, or you can buy them precooked.
Dice the tomatoes into small cubes, and place them in a bowl. Add half the bottle of V8 tomato juice and the tablespoons of ketchup, and mix thoroughly. Taste the cocktail, and add ketchup or tomato juice as desired. Finish with salt and pepper to bring out the tasty flavors of both.
Cut the avocadoes in half, remove the seed, and scoop out the meat carefully. Dice the avocado meat into small cubes, and add them to the tomato mix.
Dice the onions and add to the tomato, along with a handful of chopped fresh cilantro.
Add the cocktail shrimp to the mix and place in the refrigerator to chill.
Serve with salty crackers.
(Serves 6)
Shrimp Cocktail Recipe with Avocado Salsa
Photo Description:
This recipe is actually incredibly easy to follow, though it may be hard to get the avocado salsa sauce correct if you have never had a shrimp cocktail. You will be able to taste it and prepare it as you like, and the combination of flavors is guaranteed to be a popular favorite among your friends. The easy appetizer can be whipped up in a matter of minutes, making it one of the easiest and tastiest appetizers.
