Ensalada de Camarón (Shrimp Salad)

Place the fish stock or water, onion, garlic, bay leaves, peppercorns and 1 teaspoon of salt in a medium-sized saucepan or small stockpot. Bring to a boil over high heat, cook uncovered for 10 minutes to infuse with the flavors. Add the shrimp and cook, uncovered, for about 2 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink. Quickly cool by emptying into a colander set under cold running water. Drain thoroughly. Peel the shrimp and cut lengthwise into halves.

In a small bowl, combine the lime juice and olive oil with a generous grinding of black pepper and about 1/2 teaspoon more salt. Place the shrimp in a large bowl with the bulb onion, chilies, avocado and cilantro. Pour the lime juice dressing over the salad ingredients and toss to distribute evenly. Taste for seasoning and add a little more salt and pepper if desired. Serve at once.