Shelly's Recipe

SHRIMP & FRESH TOMATO TEQUILA COCKTAIL

Category: Cold

2 lbs fully ripened fresh tomatoes (about 4 large)
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded, finely chopped
1 tbsp grated lime zest
3/4 tsp salt
1/2 tsp ground black pepper
2 tbsp tequila
2 tbsp lime juice
1 tbsp orange-flavored liqueur (optional)
1 1/2 lbs cooked large or jumbo shrimp, cleaned

Remove stem ends from tomatoes and finely chop. In a small bowl, combine tomatoes, jalapeno, lime zest, salt, pepper, tequila, lime juice and liqueur (if using) until blended. Chill. Spoon an equal>amount of the tomato salsa into 6 margarita or wine glasses. Surround with chilled shrimp, dividing evenly. Serves 6