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Uncle Charlie's avocado appetizers

David Schwabauer, Leavens Ranches, Moorpark

Uncle Charlie's avocado appetizers
Uncle Charlie's avocado appetizers

Ingredients

4 oz. tiny or bay shrimp, drained and rinsed
1/2 cup salsa of choice
1/3 cup diced celery
1 dash garlic salt
1 dash hot sauce
Fresh ground pepper, to taste
3 medium California Hass avocados

Directions

Mix shrimp, salsa, celery and seasonings. Cover and chill for 1 to 2 hours. After filling is chilled, halve and pit avocados (but do not peel). Place on a serving platter. Fill each half with shrimp mixture. Serve immediately with spoon and napkin as a hand-held appetizer.

Serves 6