Rick Bayless Mexican Shrimp Cocktail

Bring a pot of water to a low boil.

Add 2 tablespoons of salt to the boiling water gradually until it tastes like the sea.

Add 1 pound of small shrimp to the boiling water and stir to ensure even cooking.

Wait for the water to return to a boil, then turn off the heat.

Pour off the water to drain the shrimp, being careful not to lose any.

Place the cooked shrimp into ice water to stop the cooking process.

In a bowl, combine 1/2 cup of Heinz ketchup and 1/3 cup of fresh squeezed lime juice.

Add 2 to 4 tablespoons of hot sauce to the mixture, adjusting for desired heat level.

Rinse and chop a small white onion, then add it to the sauce mixture.

Chop cilantro and add it to the mixture as well.

Optionally, add a little olive oil to the sauce for added mouth feel.

Scoop out and dice 1 avocado, adding it to the mixture.

Optionally, add chopped jicama or cucumber for extra crunch and flavor.

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