Ingredients

  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 medium tomatoes, chopped
  • 1/4 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 1 jarred pickled jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped (en escabeche)
  • 1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt, to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper, to taste
  • 1 large avocado, cut into 1/2 inch dice
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil

Method

  • Bring a medium pan of water to a boil; cut the shrimp crosswise into thirds.
  • Drop the shrimp into the boiling water until they just turn pink, about 45 seconds.
  • Drain immediately and cool under running water.
  • Put the shrimp in a glass or stainless steel bowl.
  • Add in tomato, onion, jalapeno, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and pepper; stir.
  • Cover and refrigerate 3-4 hours.
  • Shortly before serving, gently stir in the avocado and olive oil.
  • Serve in small bowls or cocktail glasses.