Name: Crab- and Shrimp- Stuffed Avocados
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 4 avocados (halved and pitted); 1/2 lb crabmeat; 1/2 lb cooked shrimp (peeled, deveined, and roughly chopped); 1 red bell pepper (seeded and finely chopped); 1 scallion (sliced on the bias); Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper (for seasoning)

Crab- and Shrimp- Stuffed Avocados

Servings

Ingredients

4 avocados halved and pitted
1/2 lb crabmeat
1/2 lb cooked shrimp peeled, deveined, and roughly chopped
1 red bell pepper seeded and finely chopped
1 scallion sliced on the bias
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper for seasoning

Ingredients

4 avocados halved and pitted
1/2 lb crabmeat
1/2 lb cooked shrimp peeled, deveined, and roughly chopped
1 red bell pepper seeded and finely chopped
1 scallion sliced on the bias
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper for seasoning

Servings

Instructions

Scoop out centers of avocados, leaving a 1/2 inch layer of fruit in each half. Transfer the scooped-out portion to large bowl and set avocado halves aside. Add crabmeat, shrimp, bell pepper, and scallion to the bowl and mix well. Season filling with salt and pepper to taste.
Spoon seafood filling into avocado halves and serve immediately.

Recipe Notes

Favored flavor

If you enjoy a creamier filling, add a couple of tablespoons of mayonnaise or sour cream for a tangier flavor. Shredded carrot, minced red onion, and even chopped mango can take the filling to a sublime next level. Experiment to find your favorite enhancements.

Crab- and Shrimp- Stuffed Avocados

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