Creamy Avocado & Shrimp Spoons
A fresh and elegant appetizer recipe, combining the sweetness of avocado with the freshness of shrimp. Ready in minutes, these spoons will delight your guests with their simplicity and taste. Perfect for a starter or cocktail party.
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€69.99
Pros:
- Two independent baskets for simultaneous cooking
- Smart Finish technology for synchronized cooking end time
- Intuitive touchscreen with automatic programs
Con:
- Takes up more countertop space
- 1
Prepare the avocado cream: cut the avocados, remove the pit and scoop out the flesh. Immediately drizzle with lemon juice and mix vigorously with a fork. Mash into a smooth puree, season with salt and pepper.
- 2
Incorporate the tomato: wash, deseed and dice the tomato into small cubes. Gently fold into the avocado cream with half of the cilantro.
- 3
Wake up the shrimp: if needed, place them in a bowl with a dash of lemon juice, pepper and fleur de sel. Mix and let marinate for 5 minutes.
- 4
Assemble: place a dollop of avocado cream into each serving spoon. Carefully place a shrimp on top (optionally scored for better hold).
- 5
Finish: sprinkle with remaining cilantro and a twist of pepper. Refrigerate for a maximum of 10 minutes.
- 6
Serve immediately, encouraging guests to enjoy in one bite for an explosion of textures and freshness.
- Ripeness: Choose avocados that yield slightly to pressure but are not mushy.
- Lemon: Essential to prevent oxidation and preserve the green color.
- Shrimp: Opt for 'minute-cooked' shrimp or gray shrimp for more flavor.
- Assembly: Prepare the avocado cream at the last minute and assemble the spoons no more than 15 minutes before serving.
- Serving: Present on a bed of coarse salt or crushed ice for freshness. Pair with a dry white wine (Muscadet, Picpoul) or brut champagne.
- Variations: Add Espelette pepper, replace tomato with mango, or shrimp with smoked salmon. Vegan version: lemon and dill marinated cucumber cubes.
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