Best 5 Limoncello Shrimp Crostini Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our tantalizing Limocello Shrimp Crostini recipe, a harmonious blend of zesty citrus, succulent shrimp, and crispy crostini. This exquisite appetizer captivates the palate with a burst of vibrant flavors, combining the tangy sweetness of Limoncello, the delicate brininess of shrimp, and the earthy aroma of toasted bread.

Prepare to embark on a culinary adventure as we guide you through the steps of crafting this delectable dish. From selecting the finest ingredients to assembling the crostini with precision, our detailed instructions ensure success in your kitchen. Discover the secrets of creating the perfect Limoncello marinade, transforming ordinary shrimp into extraordinary bites of seafood delight.

But that's not all! This article unveils a treasure trove of additional recipes, each a celebration of culinary artistry. Explore the vibrant flavors of our flavorful Lemon Garlic Shrimp Scampi, where succulent shrimp bask in a delectable sauce infused with lemon, garlic, and a hint of white wine. Embark on a taste of the Mediterranean with our savory Greek Lemon Potatoes, where tender potatoes, zesty lemon, and aromatic herbs unite in a symphony of flavors.

Uncover the secrets of crafting a refreshing Limoncello Spritz, a delightful cocktail that captures the essence of summer with its blend of Limoncello, sparkling water, and a splash of vodka. And for a sweet ending, indulge in the lusciousness of our Lemon Blueberry Pound Cake, where fluffy cake layers embrace a vibrant lemon blueberry filling, creating a dessert that tantalizes the senses.

With each recipe, we provide intricate details, helpful tips, and stunning visuals to guide you through the cooking process. Embark on this culinary adventure and elevate your taste buds with these exceptional dishes, designed to impress and delight.

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LIMONCELLO SHRIMP CROSTINI



Limoncello Shrimp Crostini image

Shrimp served with a limoncello sauce over toasted baguettes. I have also doubled the recipe (all but the shrimp) and poured it over pasta or white rice for dinner.

Provided by IronEdsWife

Categories     Canapes and Crostini

Time 50m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 baguette, sliced
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons olive oil
¼ teaspoon dried savory
¼ teaspoon dried basil
¼ teaspoon dried thyme
2 shallots, finely chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
24 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 cup limoncello liqueur (such as Caravella®)
¼ cup fresh lemon juice
⅓ cup heavy cream
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Place 24 baguette slices onto a baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until toasted, 15 to 20 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool.
  • Heat oil and butter in a large pan over medium-high heat. Stir in savory, basil, and thyme; cook for 1 minute. Add shallots and cook until transparent, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook, being careful not to burn, about 1 minute more.
  • Saute shrimp in the same pan over medium to medium-high heat until they are bright pink on the outside and the meat is opaque, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Transfer shrimp quickly to a separate dish; do not overcook.
  • Pour limoncello and lemon juice into the same pan and cook over medium heat until mixture is reduced by about half, 7 to 9 minutes. Add heavy cream gradually. Season with salt and pepper. Add shrimp back into the pan and heat, stirring to coat, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Spoon 1 shrimp with sauce onto each baguette slice. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 112.2 calories, Carbohydrate 10.6 g, Cholesterol 40.3 mg, Fat 4.8 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 5.3 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 147.6 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

LIMONCELLO SHRIMP CROSTINI



Limoncello Shrimp Crostini image

Shrimp served with a limoncello sauce over toasted baguettes. I have also doubled the recipe (all but the shrimp) and poured it over pasta or white rice for dinner.

Provided by IronEdsWife

Categories     Canapes and Crostini

Time 50m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 baguette, sliced
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons olive oil
¼ teaspoon dried savory
¼ teaspoon dried basil
¼ teaspoon dried thyme
2 shallots, finely chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
24 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 cup limoncello liqueur (such as Caravella®)
¼ cup fresh lemon juice
⅓ cup heavy cream
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Place 24 baguette slices onto a baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until toasted, 15 to 20 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool.
  • Heat oil and butter in a large pan over medium-high heat. Stir in savory, basil, and thyme; cook for 1 minute. Add shallots and cook until transparent, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook, being careful not to burn, about 1 minute more.
  • Saute shrimp in the same pan over medium to medium-high heat until they are bright pink on the outside and the meat is opaque, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Transfer shrimp quickly to a separate dish; do not overcook.
  • Pour limoncello and lemon juice into the same pan and cook over medium heat until mixture is reduced by about half, 7 to 9 minutes. Add heavy cream gradually. Season with salt and pepper. Add shrimp back into the pan and heat, stirring to coat, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Spoon 1 shrimp with sauce onto each baguette slice. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 112.2 calories, Carbohydrate 10.6 g, Cholesterol 40.3 mg, Fat 4.8 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 5.3 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 147.6 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

SHRIMP LIMONCELLO



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Barton Brands. They say that this recipe was created by chef Robert Carmosino of Sole Restaurant in Oceanside, N.Y.

Provided by dicentra

Categories     European

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

28 large shrimp
flour (for dusting shrimp)
2 ounces olive oil
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
2 tablespoons shallots
4 ounces caravella limoncello
8 ounces chicken consomme
1 tablespoon tomato paste
3/8 cup butter
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Peel and de-vein shrimp. Dredge shrimp lightly in flour.
  • Place shrimp in medium to hot saucepan with olive oil; sauté lightly, about 2 minutes on each side.
  • Remove shrimp from pan, also empty oil, but do not wipe out pan.
  • Add garlic and shallots to pan; sauté on medium heat until light golden.
  • Pour in Caravella Limoncello and consumme and stir. Stir in tomato paste. Raise heat and bring ingredients to a boil.
  • Add shrimp and butter (latter cut into pieces). Let sauce reduce and thicken until it is the consistency of heavy cream, but do not overcook shrimp; may need to remove shrimp before sauce is finished cooking.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately with fettuccine or risotto and sautéed spinach.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 353.5, Fat 32.3, SaturatedFat 13.1, Cholesterol 120.2, Sodium 523.2, Carbohydrate 3.6, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.6, Protein 13

SHRIMP LIMONCELLO



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I love cooking with spirits and seafood and this recipe combines the both. I use fresh herbs so if using dried herbs I would cut the amounts in half to your taste.

Provided by FruityBev

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1/4 teaspoon fennel
1/4 teaspoon savory
1/4 teaspoon basil
1/4 teaspoon thyme
1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/2 cup limoncello
2 teaspoons butter
1 tablespoon heavy cream

Steps:

  • In a saute pan, mix the oil, garlic, zest and herbs.
  • Heat the pan to medium-high. Cook until the mixture becomes aromatic, (less than a minute).
  • Add the shrimp. Cook until the shrimp become pink, 3-4 minutes, tossing to blend the shrimp and herb mixture.
  • Remove shrimp and set aside.
  • Wipe out the pan with a paper towel and return to the stovetop.
  • Add Limoncello to the pan and cook over medium-high heat until it is reduced in half.
  • Remove from heat and whisk in the butter and cream.
  • Pour over the shrimp.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 141.8, Fat 7.8, SaturatedFat 2.7, Cholesterol 153.1, Sodium 660.3, Carbohydrate 1.5, Fiber 0.1, Protein 15.6

LIMONCELLO SHRIMP CROSTINI



Limoncello Shrimp Crostini image

Shrimp served with a limoncello sauce over toasted baguettes. I have also doubled the recipe (all but the shrimp) and poured it over pasta or white rice for dinner.

Provided by IronEdsWife

Categories     Canapes and Crostini

Time 50m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 baguette, sliced
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons olive oil
¼ teaspoon dried savory
¼ teaspoon dried basil
¼ teaspoon dried thyme
2 shallots, finely chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
24 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 cup limoncello liqueur (such as Caravella®)
¼ cup fresh lemon juice
⅓ cup heavy cream
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Place 24 baguette slices onto a baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until toasted, 15 to 20 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool.
  • Heat oil and butter in a large pan over medium-high heat. Stir in savory, basil, and thyme; cook for 1 minute. Add shallots and cook until transparent, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook, being careful not to burn, about 1 minute more.
  • Saute shrimp in the same pan over medium to medium-high heat until they are bright pink on the outside and the meat is opaque, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Transfer shrimp quickly to a separate dish; do not overcook.
  • Pour limoncello and lemon juice into the same pan and cook over medium heat until mixture is reduced by about half, 7 to 9 minutes. Add heavy cream gradually. Season with salt and pepper. Add shrimp back into the pan and heat, stirring to coat, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Spoon 1 shrimp with sauce onto each baguette slice. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 112.2 calories, Carbohydrate 10.6 g, Cholesterol 40.3 mg, Fat 4.8 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 5.3 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 147.6 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

Tips:

  • To make the perfect shrimp, cook them until they are just opaque and pink. Overcooking will make them tough and rubbery.
  • If you don't have limoncello, you can substitute another citrus liqueur, such as Cointreau or Grand Marnier.
  • Use a good-quality olive oil for the best flavor. Extra virgin olive oil is a great choice.
  • If you don't have a grill, you can cook the shrimp in a skillet over medium heat.
  • Serve the crostini immediately after they are made, while the shrimp are still warm and the bread is crispy.

Conclusion:

Limoncello shrimp crostini are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of sweet and savory flavors is sure to please everyone, and the crostini are easy to eat and transport, making them a great option for parties or potlucks.

If you are looking for a new and exciting appetizer to try, I highly recommend limoncello shrimp crostini. They are sure to be a hit with your friends and family.

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