CILANTRO CANAPES

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These were the $400 winner for the BH&G magazine's "Looks-Like-You-Fussed" category for Nov. 2006. Please adjust the amount of jalapenos to suit your taste.

Provided by cookiedog

Categories     Spreads

Time 30m

Yield 20 appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups lightly packed fresh cilantro
1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
1 fresh jalapeno pepper, seeded and cut up
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
1/4 cup salted peanuts
1 -2 tablespoon water
baguette (cut in 20 1/4-inch-thick slices)
3/4 cup chopped cucumber
5 cherry tomatoes, quartered
mint sprig (optional)

Steps:

  • To toast bread slices: Lightly brush both sides of bread slices with olive oil (3 to 4 tablespoons total).
  • Arrange in a single layer on a large baking sheet.
  • Broil 4 to 5 inches from heat for 1 or 2 minutes or until lightly browned.
  • Turn over bread slices.
  • Broil 1 to 2 minutes more or until lightly browned.
  • Transfer to a wire rack to cool.
  • In a food processor combine cilantro, mint, pepper, lime juice, sugar, and ginger.
  • Cover, process until nearly smooth.
  • Add peanuts; cover and process until combined.
  • Add water until spreading consistency.
  • Spread one side of each toasted baguette slice with some of the mixture.
  • Top with the cucumber, tomato, and mint.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 19.8, Fat 1.4, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 24.2, Carbohydrate 1.4, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 0.6, Protein 0.8

BANDARI SRIKANTH
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I love the combination of flavors in these canapes. They're the perfect balance of sweet and savory.


itsgamerjake itsgamerjake
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These canapes are so easy to make and they're always a crowd-pleaser.


Khan Babo
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I made these canapes for a party and they were a huge hit!


Alo Begum
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These canapes are a great way to use up leftover chicken.


Louisa mossman
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I love cilantro, so I know I'll love these canapes.


Adedokun Ayomide
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These canapes look so good! I'm going to have to try them soon.


Cynthia Reilly
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I'm not sure if I have all of the ingredients for these canapes, but I'm going to see what I can find.


Name Name
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These canapes sound like a great appetizer for a party. I'm definitely going to try them.


khadija khadija
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I love the idea of using wonton wrappers to make these canapes. It's a great way to save time and effort.


Md r Sg
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These canapes are beautiful! They look like they would be perfect for a special occasion.


Danushka Rathnayake
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These canapes sound interesting. I'm not a fan of cilantro, but I might try them anyway.


Charles Belvin
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I'm not sure about the combination of flavors in these canapes, but I'm willing to try them.


Ahmad Srour
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These canapes look delicious! I can't wait to try them.


Kumara Wijewardena
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I'm going to make these canapes for my next potluck. They're sure to be a hit.


Agera Sewuese
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These canapes are a great way to use up leftover cilantro.


Leanne Wroe
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These canapes are so addictive! I can't stop eating them.


Claire Ndunge
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I love the bright and fresh flavor of these canapes. They're perfect for a summer party.


GR Jarwar
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These canapes are so easy to make and look so elegant. I'm definitely going to make them again for my next party.


CAMERON PEENS
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I'm not usually a fan of cilantro, but I tried these canapes and was pleasantly surprised. The cilantro flavor was subtle and balanced well with the other ingredients.


kader hossin
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These cilantro canapes were a hit at my last party! They were easy to make and so delicious. I loved the combination of flavors and textures.


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