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Tapas with Avocado and Prawns

Cultural Context

Originating from Spain, tapas are small dishes served as appetizers or snacks, often enjoyed with drinks. They embody the social aspect of dining, encouraging sharing and conversation among friends. In modern cuisine, tapas have evolved to include a wide variety of ingredients and flavors, making them popular in restaurants around the world, transcending their traditional roots.

SpanishESappetizer
20 min
easy
6 servings
Servings4
2 ripe avocados
1 lb prawns
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic
1/4 cup cilantro
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon chili flakes
4 slices bread
1 medium tomato
1/2 red onion
1 lime
1/2 cucumber
1 teaspoon paprika
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

prawns

🥗Healthier: grilled chicken

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Canned tuna is more affordable and still provides protein.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is a cost-effective option.

balsamic vinegar

🥗Healthier: red wine vinegar

💰Cheaper: apple cider vinegar

Apple cider vinegar is often less expensive.

cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Dried herbs can be more affordable and have a longer shelf life.

1

Prepare the prawns by peeling and deveining them if necessary.

2

Slice the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a bowl.

3

Mash the avocado with a fork and add lemon juice, salt, and pepper to taste.

4

Mix in minced garlic and chopped cilantro into the avocado mixture.

5

Toast slices of bread until golden brown.

6

Spread the avocado mixture generously on the toasted bread.

7

Top each piece with a few prawns, arranged attractively.

8

Sprinkle chili flakes and paprika over the prawns for flavor.

9

Finely chop tomato and red onion, then mix with lime juice, salt, and pepper to create a salsa.

10

Serve the tapas with the salsa on the side for dipping.

11

Garnish with cucumber slices for freshness.

Cooking Techniques

mashingmixingslicing

Equipment Needed

bowlforkknifecutting boardtoaster

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

shellfish

Also Known As

Prawns and Avocado TapasGambas con Aguacate
Local Name: Tapas con Aguacate y Gambas

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