Seafood Salad Martini With Vodka Habanero Dressing

Ingredients

• 1 whole fresh habanero pepper, seeded and chopped
• 1 ripe mango, peeled and cubed
• 1 sweet red pepper, seeded and diced
• 1 (14 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
• 1 carrot, peeled and diced
• 1/8 cup dry mustard
• 2 1/2 tablespoons light brown sugar, packed
• 1/8 cup cider vinegar
• 4 tablespoons vodka, unflavored
• 2 1/2 garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon curry powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon catsup
• 3 lbs fresh  seafood, of choice (steamed or cooked)
• 8 slices celery, julienned
• 8 lemon twists
• 1/2 lb lump crabmeat

Directions

1. 1

   Combine all ingredients EXCEPT seafood, and lemon and celery garnish, in a large saucepan, bring to boil and simmer for 1 hour.

2. 2

   NOTE: Combination of shrimp,scallops, mussels, and or lobster, to equal 3 pounds.

3. 3

   Puree in blender or food processor: taste and adjust seasonings.

4. 4

   NOTE: Habenero and Scotch Bonnet chilies are among the hottest available. Jalapeño is milder, if preferred. Use gloves to handle raw.

5. 5

   Cool dressing for 1 hour before serving.

6. 6

   To assemble: In a beautiful martini glass. Layer seafood and dressing to top of glass.

7. 7

   Any left over sauce may be saved and frozen.

8. 8

   Chill at least 2 hours before serving.

9. 9

   Garnish with celery and lemon twists.

10. 10

    Top with 1 ounce of crab meat per serving.