MEXICAN LIME PRAWN COCKTAIL

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Lightly steamed prawns are marinated in lime juice and served with tortilla chips. From PCC. Cook time is refrigeration time.

Provided by Mikekey *

Categories     Seafood Appetizers

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 Tbsp lime juice
1 lb prawns (31/40 count) peeled and deveined
1/2 c lime juice
1/2 medium onion, chopped
1/2 c fresh cilantro, chopped
1 jalapeno pepper. minced
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tsp ground cumin
2 Tbsp olive oil
salt and pepper, to taste
1 tomato, chopped
1 avocado, peeled and thinly sliced
tortilla chips, for serving

Steps:

  • 1. Bring 1 quart salted water to a boil; add 2 tablespoons lime juice. Add prawns and bring back to a boil. Turn off the heat, pour off liquid and cover with a lid. Let prawns steam for 10 minutes off the heat. Spread out on a plate to cool completely.
  • 2. Toss prawns with remaining 1/2 cup lime juice, cover and refrigerate for 1 hour.
  • 3. Remove prawns from lime juice, reserving a few tablespoons. Combine prawns, onions, cilantro, jalapeño, garlic, cumin, olive oil, salt, pepper and reserved lime juice in a bowl. Transfer to martini glasses or glass bowls and serve with tomatoes, avocado slices and tortilla chips.

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