New Years Mexican Shrimp Cocktail

I mentioned that I was getting tired of out traditional Southern New Years dinner of ham hocks, collards, corn bread and black eyed peas.  Cassie said her Dad's side of the family always had this shrimp cocktail for New Years Day so we made it for supper today.

Mexican Shrimp Cocktail

2 lbs. raw shrimp (peeled if available)

3 bay leaves

3 T. salt

1 tsp oregano

Boil together until done. Add to

1 T. crushed garlic

1/2 C. fine chop red onion

1 1/2 C. fresh chop cilantro

1 1/2 C. Clamato

1/4 C. ketchup

1/4 C. lime juice

1 tsp. Bufalo sauce

salt to taste

1 ripe avocado, chopped.

Mix all ingredients. Gently stir in avocado, taste for salt.  May be covered and refrigerated for 2 to 3 hours. Serve in one large bowl and ladle into smaller bowls.