Spicy Shrimp Stuffed Avocados
Course: Dinner, Main DishCuisine: MexicanDifficulty: Easy
Servings
6
servingsPrep time
5
minutesCooking time
20
minutesTotal time
25
minutesIngredients
1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil1 lb.
shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails removed
1 tsp. paprika
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1/3 c. mayonnaise
2 tbsp. hot sauce
Juice of 1/2 lime
3 avocados, halved and pits removed
1/2 small red onion, finely chopped
2 green onions, thinly sliced
Directions
- In a medium skillet over medium heat, heat oil. Add shrimp and cook until shrimp is opaque, 2 minutes. Add paprika and season with salt and pepper. Let cool.
- In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, hot sauce and lime juice.
- Scoop flesh out of avocado and reserve skins. Dice avocado and add to a medium bowl. Add shrimp and red onion and toss to combine. Add spicy mayo and gently stir until everything is well coated. Season with salt and pepper.
- Divide mixture between avocado skins and garnish with green onions.
