Shrimp and watermelon salad

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Shrimp and watermelon salad.

Ingredients

• 12 medium sized shrimp, cleaned and de-veined
• 4 cups Peroni beer (or any lighter beer)
• 4 cloves of garlic
• 1 sprig of rosemary
• 4 sprig of thyme
• 1 shallot, rough chop
• 2 Tablespoons of salt

Method

In a small sauce pot bring all ingredients except for shrimp to a boil and then gently simmer until the shallot and garlic are translucent. Then gently place shrimp in simmering liquid, 4 at a time. Remove after 3-5 minutes, when the shrimp are firm but not overdone. Allow to cool in your refrigerator.

Salad ingredients

• 1 bunch of watercress, rough chop
• 2 cups watermelon, medium dice
• 1-2 avocado, medium dice
• 1/4 cup of minced red onion
• 1/2 cup English cucumber, medium dice
• extra virgin olive oil, to taste
• Salt and pepper to taste

Method

Mix together and refrigerate.

To serve, place salad in center of plate and put whole shrimp on the outer edge.