Blackened Shrimp Cucumber Bites Recipe
These Blackened Shrimp Avocado Cucumber Bites are a quick, flavorful appetizer perfect for gatherings or a light snack. Juicy shrimp are seasoned with Old Bay and seared to a smoky perfection, served atop refreshing cucumber slices with creamy guacamole for a perfect bite-sized treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Total Time: 21 minutes
- Yield: 12-16 bites
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Shrimp
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- 1 tablespoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
Additional
- 1 cucumber, sliced
- 1/2 cup homemade guacamole or store-bought
Instructions
- Toss the shrimp: In a bowl, coat the peeled and deveined shrimp evenly with the coconut oil and Old Bay seasoning, ensuring every piece is well seasoned for optimal flavor.
- Cook the shrimp: Heat a pan over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned shrimp and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side, until the shrimp are blackened and cooked through, developing a crispy, flavorful crust.
- Assemble: Place a dollop of guacamole on each cucumber slice, then top each with a cooked shrimp, creating small bite-sized appetizers.
- Serve: Arrange the assembled bites on a platter and enjoy immediately for a fresh, tasty treat.
Notes
- Use large or extra-large shrimp for easier assembly and better bite-sized portions.
- If you prefer less spice, reduce the Old Bay seasoning to 1 teaspoon.
- For a dairy-free option, ensure your guacamole does not contain sour cream or cheese.
- Serve immediately after assembly to keep cucumber slices crisp.
- These bites can be prepped ahead by cooking shrimp and slicing cucumbers separately; assemble just before serving.
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