Shrimp Appetizers
Elevate your next gathering with these irresistible Shrimp Appetizers, the perfect balance of elegance and flavor. Juicy, perfectly seasoned shrimp are sautéed in a mouthwatering garlic butter sauce with a hint of paprika and a splash of fresh lemon juice, then served atop crispy, golden rounds of baguette. Each bite is enhanced with the bright freshness of parsley, making these handheld delights as visually appealing as they are delicious. Easy to prepare in just 20 minutes, these shrimp canapés are perfect for parties, holiday celebrations, or as a sophisticated snack. Impress your guests with this quick yet gourmet appetizer that showcases the fresh, buttery flavors of seafood paired with a delightful crunch. Perfect for seafood lovers!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 pieces Large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 12 pieces Baguette, sliced into rounds
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to toast the baguette slices.
Arrange the baguette slices on a baking sheet and bake for 5-7 minutes, or until lightly golden and crisp. Set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat until the butter is melted.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute, until fragrant.
Sprinkle the paprika, salt, and black pepper over the shrimp, and add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer.
Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes until pink and opaque.
Drizzle the lemon juice over the shrimp and remove the skillet from heat.
Place one cooked shrimp on each toasted baguette slice and spoon a little of the garlic butter sauce from the skillet on top.
Garnish each appetizer with a pinch of chopped fresh parsley.
Serve immediately while warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1491 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.8 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.6 g | 88% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 402 mg | 134% | |
| Sodium | 2598 mg | 113% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 185.6 g | 67% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.9 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.7 g | ||
| Protein | 80.4 g | 161% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 283 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 7.5 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 961 mg | 20% | |
*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.
