Ingredients:

  • 2 ripe avocados, sliced (approximately 300g)
  • 1 cup ketchup (240 ml)
  • 5 3/4 dozen medium-sized cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined (approximately 700g or 1.5 lbs)
  • 8 sticks green onions, thinly sliced (approximately 40g)
  • 1 ½ tablespoons shallots, finely minced (approximately 25ml)
  • 1 ½ tablespoons olive oil (approximately 22ml)
  • ½ slice cucumber, diced small (approximately 30g)
  • ⅔ cup fresh parsley, chopped (approximately 20g or 160 ml)
  • ¾ cup fresh lime juice (approximately 180 ml)
  • 1 ⅔ tablespoons Tabasco sauce (approximately 30ml)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions:

  1. Gently mash the sliced avocado in the mixing bowl, leaving some chunks for texture.
  2. Add the ketchup, lime juice, olive oil, and Tabasco sauce to the mashed avocado. Stir well to combine.
  3. Add the cooked shrimp, green onions, shallots, cucumber, and parsley to the mixture.
  4. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Gently fold all ingredients together, being careful not to overmix. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  5. Divide the cocktail evenly among serving glasses or bowls. Garnish with extra parsley or a lime wedge, if desired. Serve immediately.