Description
Zesty blackened shrimp dance atop crisp cucumber slices, crowned with creamy avocado and a sprinkle of fresh herbs. Cool, spicy bites promise a quick flavor adventure that refreshes palates and sparks conversation at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cucumber, sliced
- 1 avocado, mashed
Seasoning and Herbs:
- 1 tablespoon Creole seasoning
- 1 green onion, thinly sliced or chopped
- 2 tablespoons cilantro and/or parsley, chopped
- Salt and cayenne to taste
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- ¼ cup remoulade sauce (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare a skillet over medium-high heat, creating an ideal searing environment for the shrimp.
- Coat the raw shrimp generously with oil and Creole seasoning, ensuring each piece is evenly seasoned.
- Carefully place the seasoned shrimp into the heated skillet, allowing them to develop a rich, dark crust without burning.
- Cook the shrimp for approximately 2-3 minutes on each side, watching for a deep mahogany color and caramelized edges that indicate perfect blackening.
- While the shrimp sizzle, slice crisp cucumbers into uniform rounds that will serve as the base for the appetizer.
- Create the smooth avocado sauce by blending ripe avocado with complementary ingredients until achieving a creamy, uniform consistency.
- Once shrimp are cooked, remove from heat and let rest momentarily to retain their juicy interior.
- Assemble the bites by layering cucumber slices with a dollop of avocado sauce.
- Carefully place the blackened shrimp atop each cucumber base.
- Optional: Drizzle with remoulade sauce for an additional layer of zesty flavor.
- Serve immediately while shrimp remain warm and cucumber maintains its refreshing crunch.
Notes
- Spice up shrimp with Creole seasoning for a bold, zesty flavor that transforms simple ingredients into an exciting appetizer.
- Quick-cooking method ensures shrimp remain tender and develop a delicious blackened exterior without becoming tough or rubbery.
- Choose fresh, crisp cucumber slices as a light, cool base that contrasts beautifully with the warm, spicy shrimp.
- Creamy avocado sauce adds richness and balances the heat, creating a harmonious blend of textures and temperatures.
- Ideal for summer gatherings, cocktail parties, or as a stunning low-carb appetizer that impresses with minimal preparation time.
- Customize heat levels by adjusting Creole seasoning or adding extra spice to suit individual taste preferences.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 180 mg