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Shanna's Shrimp Citrus Avocado Sauce

 

1 x  avocado, peeled
1 x garlic clove, minced
2 tbl fresh orange juice
1 tbl plus 1 tsp fresh lime juice
    cayenne pepper
    salt
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 tbl grated orange zest
1 tbl ground allspice
1 tbl molasses
2 tsp finely grated lime zest
2 lb shelled and deveined large shrimp

 Method :
In a blender, puree the avocado with the garlic, orange juice and lime juice.
Season with cayenne and salt. With the machine on, gradually blend in 2 tbsp of the olive oil.
Light a grill or heat a grill pan. In a medium bowl, mix the remaining 2 tbsp of olive oil with the orange zest, allspice, molasses, and lime zest. Season with cayenne and salt. Add the shrimp and toss to coat Add the shrimp to the grill and cook over moderately high heat until just cooked through, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer the shrimp to a platter and serve the avocado sauce on the side.