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Shrimp and Avocado Sandwiches

Tortas de Camarones
Small precooked shrimp from the fish market mixed with avocado and mayonnaise fill this terrific Mexican torta (sandwich on a roll), that's easy to make. Serve with chips and salsa on the side.
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Ingredients

Makes 4 servings

  • 4 oval Mexican sandwich rolls bolillos or other sandwich rolls, split lengthwise
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter at room temperature
  • ½ pound 14 to 16 small cooked shrimp
  • 1 large avocado Hass variety preferred, peeled and chopped
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 green onion finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
  • 2 medium tomatoes thinly sliced
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup finely shredded lettuce

Instructions

  • Butter each half of the rolls and set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, mix the shrimp, avocado, mayonnaise, onion, and cilantro.
  • Divide the shrimp mixture equally on the bottom half of each roll.
  • Top with sliced tomatoes.
  • Sprinkle lightly with salt.
  • Add lettuce, if desired.
  • Close the sandwiches with the roll tops.
  • Serve.
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Course; Fish / Sandwiches
Cuisine; Mexican