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Avocado Ritz (Appetizer)

Avocado Ritz is the most delicious, quick and easy Appetizer, Shrimp filled Avocado, which is loved by all and our family favorite ! 

Avocado Ritz (Appetizer)
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Avocado Ritz is our family’s favorite Appetizer and I have no idea why after 2 1/2 years of blogging, I have never shared a recipe for this delicious Appetizer.

I usually make this when the main dish takes up a lot of time and needs constant attention.

The Avocado Ritz can be made up to an hour before serving. However, the filling can even be made the day before.

As long as you keep the Shrimp mixture in a sealed container in the refrigerator, the filling will be fine.

Avocado Ritz (Appetizer)

I know some people like their Avocado Ritz to be more on the zesty side. And have actually seen restaurants serve extra Lemon Juice on the side.

I am quite happy with the amount of Lemon Juice in this recipe, but if you prefer more zest, go for it !

Avocado Ritz (Appetizer)

 

This same Shrimp filling goes very well served in Lettuce cups.

Seeing as we are all Avocado addicts, I only served it once in a Lettuce cup and immediately received a couple of dirty looks 😉 . Have to admit, I prefer the Avocado as well !

I always keep a bag or two of cooked Shrimp in the freezer, not only for this Avocado Ritz, but also for some Rissoles I like to make. (I get the idea I also do not have a recipe on the blog for the Rissoles!)

 

Avocado Ritz (Appetizer)

Next time you need an Appetizer in a hurry – this recipe is your answer – enjoy !

Avocado Ritz (Appetizer)

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Avocado Ritz (Appetizer)

Linda Nortje
Avocado Ritz is the most delicious, quick and easy Appetizer, Shrimp filled Avocado, which is loved by all and our family favorite
5 from 10 votes
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Cuisine South-African
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 4 Servings
Calories 404.6 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 Avocados halved, pips removed
  • ¼ cup Mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup Buttermilk
  • 1 TB Lemon Juice (plus 1 teaspoon extra)
  • 1 t Tabasco or Sriracha Sauce use more or less as per your preference
  • 2 t Tomato Sauce (thick Ketch-Up)
  • 2 cups Cooked Shrimp defrosted and drained
  • ¼ t Salt
  • Black Pepper optional

Instructions
 

  • Use the one teaspoon of Lemon Juice to rub over the open, exposed parts of the Avocado halves – set aside
  • Mix together the Mayonnaise, Buttermilk, Lemon Juice, Tabasco/Sriracha and the Tomato sauce in a medium bowl
  • Add the Shrimp and season with Salt – fill the Avocado hollows with the Shrimp mixture

Notes

Serve chilled with Black Pepper (if using)
Nutrition Facts
Avocado Ritz (Appetizer)
Amount per Serving
Calories
404.6
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
25.2
g
39
%
Saturated Fat
 
3.9
g
24
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
19.6
g
Carbohydrates
 
9.1
g
3
%
Fiber
 
5.9
g
25
%
Sugar
 
1.7
g
2
%
Protein
 
36.1
g
72
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Nutrition value, where given, is not always accurate. Please also check your ingredient labels.

LINDA

5 from 10 votes (10 ratings without comment)
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Terry Duncan

Thursday 11th of December 2014

Yummm!

Christie Campbell

Monday 17th of November 2014

This looks so tasty! I've heard of it before but I've never made it. It would be the perfect appetizer or even a light lunch! Yum! Thank you for sharing with us at Tickle Our tastebuds Tuesday!

Adelina Priddis

Thursday 13th of November 2014

I have not heard of Avocado Ritz before, but it sounds and looks absolutely delicious. Thanks for sharing on Weekend Bites

Bre Eggert

Tuesday 11th of November 2014

I love an appetizer that you can prepare ahead of time! Thanks for sharing at On Display Thursday!

RobyGiup

Sunday 9th of November 2014

They look mouth-watering! I'm going to try this recipe, thanks for sharing!

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