Crab and Avocado Taco Bites for Cinco de Mayo

Cinco de Mayo (May 5th) is just around the corner. That’s the day that Mexicans celebrate their victory in the Battle of Puebla, a turning point in the war for Mexican Independence. In the United States, Cinco de Mayo has come to be a day to celebrate Mexican culture, language, and most of all, food.

The people at Hass Avocado were kind enough to share their recipe for Crabmeat and Avocado Taco Bites. It’s a great choice for a festive Cinco de Mayo appetizer.

Crab and Avocade Bites

1/2 pound jumbo lump crab meat
1 (14-ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained and liquid reserved
1/2 red onion, diced
1 jalapeno, minced
1 clove garlic, minced
1 lime, juiced
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 large avocado from Mexico, diced
Salt and pepper
Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)

In a large bowl, combine the crab, tomatoes, onion, jalapeno, garlic, lime juice, and cumin. Fold in the avocado and season to taste with salt and pepper. Add the reserved tomato juice until desired consistency is reached. Sprinkle with cilantro and serve on corn chips or crackers.

Makes approximately two cups.

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