Shrimp with avocado

4 servings

15 minutes

Shrimp with avocado is an exquisite dish inspired by Mediterranean traditions. Tender shrimp, lightly poached in aromatic fish broth, harmoniously combine with creamy avocado, creating a balance of textures. The dressing with honey, mustard, soy and sesame oil adds a refined sweet-spicy note to the dish. Bright bell pepper, cilantro, shallots and garlic add freshness and zest, making each forkful rich and unique. This dish is perfect for a light dinner or festive appetizer. It can be served as a standalone treat or paired with white wine. With its combination of healthy fats and protein, it is not only delicious but also nutritious. Shrimp with avocado is a celebration of flavor, freshness and elegance on your plate!

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 534.9
• Proteins: 25.8g
• Fats: 44.5g
• Carbohydrates: 7.1g

Ingredients

• Avocado: 1 pc
• Fish broth: 1 l
• Honey: 1 tsp
• Mustard: 1 tsp
• Shrimps: 500 g
• Soy sauce: 1 tbsp
• Sesame oil: 0.5 tsp
• Olive oil: 150 ml
• Sweet pepper: 50 g
• Ginger: 5 g
• Garlic: 2 clove
• Shallots: 20 g
• Coriander: 5 g
• Black sesame seeds: pinch

Cooking steps

1. Mix mustard, honey, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Whisking vigorously, gradually add olive oil and whip the resulting sauce to an emulsion consistency.

   Required ingredients:

   • Mustard: 1 teaspoon
   • Honey: 1 teaspoon
   • Soy sauce: 1 tablespoon
   • Sesame oil: 0.5 teaspoon
   • Olive oil: 150 ml

2. Clean the shrimp, leaving the head and tail. Bring the fish broth (made from fish bones with added fennel or dill, onion, carrot, and celery) to a boil, add the shrimp, and immediately remove from heat. The shrimp should not be boiled, just steamed, so fresh ones need only one minute in the broth, while frozen ones need three to five minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Shrimps: 500 g
   • Fish broth: 1 l

3. How to chop bell pepper, garlic, shallots, and cilantro finely.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sweet pepper: 50 g
   • Garlic: 2 cloves
   • Shallots: 20 g
   • Coriander: 5 g

4. Chop a piece of ginger.

   Required ingredients:

   • Ginger: 5 g

5. Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop out the flesh with a spoon. Cut into large cubes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Avocado: 1 piece

6. Put avocado in a bowl, sprinkle with vegetables, and dress with sauce. Mix well. Serve topped with shrimp. You can also drizzle the shrimp with sauce and sprinkle with sesame seeds.

   Required ingredients:

   • Avocado: 1 piece
   • Sweet pepper: 50 g
   • Garlic: 2 cloves
   • Shallots: 20 g
   • Coriander: 5 g
   • Olive oil: 150 ml
   • Shrimps: 500 g
   • Black sesame seeds:  pinch