Baja Shrimp Cocktail

This is our version of the extremely popular appetizer served at Chinook's restaurant in Seattle's Fisherman's Terminal. Fast and fresh, this makes a great party dish as almost everything can be made ahead of time. It's also a great main dish on those nights when it's too hot to cook in the kitchen. So sit back, relax, pop a cold one and imagine yourself on the beaches of Baja. This is one appetizer that let's you enjoy your own fiesta.

• Ready In: 2 hrs 15 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1⁄4 cup ketchup or 1⁄4 cup mild salsa
• 1⁄4 cup fresh lime juice
• 1 -2  teaspoon  hot pepper sauce
• 1  lb baby shrimp (cooked)
• 1⁄2 cup tomatoes, chopped
• 1⁄4 cup red onion, chopped
• 1⁄4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 2  avocados, chopped
• 1⁄4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
•  lime wedge
•  Old Bay Seasoning

Directions

1. In a large bowl, stir together ketchup, lime juice and hot pepper sauce.
2. Add shrimp, tomato, onion and cilantro. Toss gently to coat.
3. Cover and chill for 2 to 4 hours.
4. Just before serving, add avacados and toss to coat. Garnish with lime wedges.
5. Note: To make individual servings, run a lime wedge around rims of 4 cocktail glasses.
6. Dip rims in Old Bay seasoning and add shrimp cocktail. Garnish with cilantro.