Shrimp Cocktail Recipe
Served with avocado, pico de gallo and La Mesa cocktail sauce.
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Ingredients
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Cocktail Ingredients
Method
Preparation Steps
- 1
Prepare the Shrimp
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add salt to taste. Once boiling, add the raw shrimp and cook for about 2-3 minutes or until they turn pink and opaque. Remove from heat and drain the shrimp.
- 2
Chill the Shrimp
Transfer the cooked shrimp to an ice bath to stop the cooking process. Let them cool for about 5 minutes, then drain and set aside.
- 3
Assemble the Cocktail
On a serving platter, arrange the chilled shrimp. In a small bowl, combine the diced avocado and pico de gallo. Serve the mixture on the side along with La Mesa cocktail sauce and lemon wedges for dipping.
