Firecracker Shrimp Cups
Ignite your taste buds with these Firecracker Shrimp Cups—a bold and irresistible appetizer that packs both flavor and crunch! Featuring succulent shrimp tossed in a creamy, zesty firecracker sauce made with sweet chili and sriracha, these bite-sized delights are nestled in crispy, oven-baked wonton cups. Perfect for parties, game nights, or family gatherings, this recipe comes together in just under 30 minutes and is loaded with dynamic textures and flavors. Garnished with fresh green onions, sesame seeds, and a squeeze of lime, these shrimp cups offer a spicy kick balanced with tangy and savory notes. Whether you’re hosting or simply treating yourself, Firecracker Shrimp Cups are sure to steal the show with their vibrant presentation and explosive taste.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 pieces Shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 12 pieces Wonton wrappers
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 3 tablespoons Mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Sweet chili sauce
- 1 teaspoon Sriracha sauce
- 2 tablespoons Green onions (finely chopped)
- 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
- 1 piece Lime wedge (for garnish)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- Cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly spray a nonstick muffin tin with cooking spray.
Press one wonton wrapper into each cup of the muffin tin, shaping it to create a small 'bowl' shape. Lightly spray the wrappers with cooking spray to ensure crispiness.
Bake the wonton wrappers for 7-8 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Remove the muffin tin from the oven and let the wonton cups cool.
Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels, then season with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side, or until pink and fully cooked. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and sriracha to create the firecracker sauce.
Toss the cooked shrimp in the firecracker sauce until well coated.
Spoon one shrimp into each wonton cup. Drizzle any remaining sauce over the filled cups.
Garnish each cup with chopped green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds, if using. Serve with lime wedges on the side for an extra burst of freshness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1080 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 63.2 g | 81% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.5 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 396 mg | 132% | |
| Sodium | 2672 mg | 116% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 82.6 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.8 g | ||
| Protein | 53.3 g | 107% | |
| Vitamin D | 8.0 mcg | 40% | |
| Calcium | 156 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 4.6 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 657 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
