Reviewed: Nov. 26, 2007

This combination of shrimp and avocado was great! I used uncooked shrimp instead and incorporated some S. TX necessities. I cooked whole shrimp in the chicken broth along with diced onion, garlic, celery, red pepper and 1 habanero pepper (seeded). I removed the shrimp when cooked and set aside and diced. I then added the whole milk and brought the temp up slowly cooking the the veggies. I then added the diced avocado (more than called for) and shrimp and used the stand up hand mixer in the pot itself to puree about half of the ingredients. I added in the following spices along the way: Salt, Pepper, Old Bay Seasoning and Cumin to taste. I also added in a dollop of sour cream and minced cilantro to the bowls. Yummy!!! Boyfriend was dubious of the combination but LOVED it!

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Kara B.

Reviewed: Feb. 12, 2001

A very nice soup to play with - I added 1/4 tsp of Cayenne, 1 tbsp of dried cilantro, used cream instead of milk and then pureed it

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Doug Matthews

Cooking Level: Expert

Home Town: Princeton, New Jersey, USA

Living In: Mendham, New Jersey, USA

Reviewed: Feb. 15, 2001

Great recipe William! I added a little twist to the original recipe. I put the cut avacado,and cooked shrimp in the food processor till it became a paste and then put it in the sauce pan together. the flavor of your recipe is great! And I can't believe how fast and simple it was! Just my kind a cookin!! thanks!

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Reviewed: Nov. 12, 2008

Pureed instead. Added a few things and we're gonna serve it w/ a butterflied piece of grilled shrimp on top. (slow day at work so I did some playing..)

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Kerry [redemption]

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Home Town: Mcpherson, Kansas, USA

Living In: Lawrence, Kansas, USA

Reviewed: Jan. 9, 2012

Used 4 avocados, sauteed onions with one whole jalapeno and one serrano, diced small, then added 1/2 t cumin and the broth and the milk. After it came to a boil I added chopped imitation crab (on hand) and diced tomatoes. Pureed that BRIEFLY with hand blender, and served it with lemon sour cream and diced tomatoes. I did just about triple the salt and double the lemon as otherwise would have not been "bright" enough in flavor. This one is a hit.

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lauraellen225

Cooking Level: Professional

Home Town: Kinsman, Ohio, USA

Living In: San Diego, California, USA

Reviewed: Nov. 22, 2008

This was surprisingly good, I too used a food processor for the avocado, onion, and I used crab. I also added some cayenne pepper, and hot sauce for some kick. Hubby liked it, but kids didn't. I did and will make it again.

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Donice

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Home Town: Marion, Ohio, USA

Living In: Desoto, Texas, USA

Reviewed: Dec. 4, 2007

Not very flavorful, but rich. Needs more salt and perhaps a touch of garlic. I may experiment with this one more.

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Brandon M.

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Home Town: Saginaw, Michigan, USA

Living In: Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA

Reviewed: Jan. 22, 2001

Its green colour makes it a very exciting and unconventional soup. I used crab flakes and a sprig of parsley to garnish. I also used a handblender an pureed the shrimp/avocado mixture in the pot while cooking, until smooth and you can't see anymore shrimp.

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ROANNE

Reviewed: Nov. 23, 2011

I love avocado and shrimp together, so I was really excited to try this recipe. The bright green color was nice but the taste of the soup left much to be desired. Nobody in my family would eat a full bowl. I am only giving it two stars, because it may have potential as a cold soup. Warm, not so much.

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MOMMYOCOOLTWINS

Cooking Level: Expert

Reviewed: Dec. 7, 2009

Overall, a very good soup. I'm always on the lookout for creamy soups that aren't loaded with butter or other thick dairy products. With a few minor adjustments, this soup fits the bill. If you're trying to make this a little bit healthier or lower cal, skim milk does work. Made as directed, I found the soup bland, so I added some fresh cilantro and old bay seasoning. I did not puree the mixture, but I mashed the avocados thoroughly before heating, and I enjoy the chunks of shrimp - gives it texture. Tasty soup!

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