**Shrimp and Cucumber Canapés: A Refreshing and Elegant Appetizer**
Welcome to a culinary journey of flavors and textures with our delightful shrimp and cucumber canapés. These elegant appetizers are a perfect blend of briny shrimp, crisp cucumber, and creamy cheese, all perfectly balanced on a crispy cracker. As you bite into one of these canapés, the flavors explode in your mouth, leaving you with a refreshing and satisfying taste.
Our collection of shrimp and cucumber canapés recipes offers a variety of options to suit your preferences. From classic recipes that highlight the natural flavors of the ingredients to more creative variations that incorporate unique ingredients and flavors, there's a recipe here for every palate.
Get ready to impress your guests with these easy-to-make yet sophisticated canapés.
**Recipes:**
1. **Classic Shrimp and Cucumber Canapés:** This timeless recipe combines succulent shrimp, crisp cucumber, and a creamy cheese spread on top of a crispy cracker. It's a classic for a reason, offering a delightful balance of flavors and textures.
2. **Wasabi Shrimp and Cucumber Canapés:** For a touch of spice, try this variation that incorporates a dollop of wasabi mayonnaise. The slight heat from the wasabi adds an extra layer of complexity to the canapés, making them a perfect choice for those who enjoy a bit of kick.
3. **Avocado and Shrimp Cucumber Canapés:** This recipe introduces a creamy and rich avocado spread to the mix. The avocado adds a velvety texture and a subtle nutty flavor, complementing the shrimp and cucumber perfectly.
4. **Cucumber Cups with Shrimp Cocktail:** Take your shrimp and cucumber canapés to the next level by serving them in cucumber cups. Fill these edible cups with a classic shrimp cocktail mixture for a fun and interactive appetizer.
5. **Crispy Shrimp and Cucumber Rolls:** These rolls are a delightful combination of crispy wonton wrappers, shrimp, cucumber, and a tangy sweet and sour sauce. They're perfect for a party or as a quick and easy snack.
With these recipes, you'll have a variety of shrimp and cucumber canapés to choose from, ensuring that you'll find the perfect one to tantalize your taste buds. So, get ready to create these refreshing and elegant appetizers and impress your guests with your culinary skills.
CUCUMBER CANAPéS WITH SHRIMP
Cucumber canapes with shrimp are easy to prepare fancy appetizers with a refreshing homemade tzatziki filling and vibrant herb topping!
Provided by Isabel Laessig
Categories Appetizer Appetizer or snack Party food
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- If using pre-cooked shrimp, skip straight to step 3. Before making this cold appetizer recipe you will need to cook and chill the raw shrimp. Place a pan on medium heat and add half a Tbsp. of oil. When the oil is hot, place the shrimp in the pan. Season with salt and pepper and cook the shrimp for 1 minute on each side until bright pink.
- Remove from the pan and leave to cool. When completely cool, chill in the fridge for at least 20 minutes.
- Use a vegetable peeler to roughly peel the cucumbers. This doesn't have to be perfect; a few strips of green skin left behind can add a nice effect to the finished shrimp hors d'oeures.
- Slice off and discard either end of the cucumbers then cut up into inch thick pieces. Each piece will become a cucumber canape cup.
- Use a melon baller (or a measuring spoon) to hollow out the seeds from the center of each cucumber cup. You may also need to use a knife if you can't get deep enough with the melon baller or spoon. Be careful not to go all the way through to the other side.
- In a small bowl, mix together the yogurt, lemon juice, granulated garlic, and finely chopped mint leaves to make homemade tzatziki filling. Season with salt pepper and mix in well. Taste and adjust as necessary.
- Transfer the tzatziki filling to a piping bag. Line up the cucumber cups and carefully fill each cup with the tzatziki. Don't fill all the way to the top, but leave a small gap, as the level of the filling will rise when the shrimp and herbs are added.
- Place a chilled shrimp over the lip of each cup with the head end in the filling and the tail end hanging outside of the cup.
- Top with herbs, then serve!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 26 kcal, Carbohydrate 1 g, Protein 3 g, Fat 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 24 mg, Sodium 77 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving
SHRIMP AND CUCUMBER CANAPES
These cute stacks really stand out in a holiday appetizer buffet. Tasty, cool and crunchy, they come together in a snap. -Ashley Nochlin, Port St. Lucie, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 25m
Yield 2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- For cocktail sauce, in a small bowl, combine the ketchup, 2 teaspoons Creole seasoning, onion, green pepper, celery and pepper sauce. In another bowl, combine cream cheese and remaining Creole seasoning., Spread or pipe cream cheese mixture onto cucumber slices. Top each with a shrimp and cocktail sauce. Sprinkle with parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 50 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 218mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.
CUCUMBER SHRIMP CANAPéS
These prawn canapés are perfect party bites that are easy to make!
Provided by Marlynn Schotland
Categories Appetizer
Time 10m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large bowl, mix together olive oil, lime juice, garlic, cilantro, and dill.
- Add shrimp and toss together until shrimp is coated with the marinade. Refrigerate for 5.
- Meanwhile, lay out cucumber slices onto a serving tray in a single layer.
- Place cream cheese into a plastic Ziplock bag with one corner cut. You can also use a pastry bag with frosting tip if you want to create a pretty pattern.
- Gently squeeze out about a tablespoon full of the cream cheese onto each cucumber slice.
- Top with one medium pre-marinated shrimp.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 110 kcal, Carbohydrate 3 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 38 mg, Sodium 131 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 2 g, UnsaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving
MARINATED SHRIMP CANAPES
A lady I worked with many years ago gave me a recipe box filled with her recipes (she was a wonderful cook). This was one of her recipes. Great for a dinner party.
Provided by Denise in NH
Categories Christmas
Time 1h
Yield 1 tray of canapes
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Marinated cooked shrimp for 1 hour in dressing in the refrigerator.
- Drain and place shrimp on individual slices of cucumbers then place this on the Melba Rounds and top with dabs of sour cream.
- Arrange on serving dish and refrigerate until ready to serve.
SHRIMP & CUCUMBER ROUNDS
I always make these appetizers for our get-togethers. They're easy to prepare and a snappy addition to any party. -Kelly Alaniz, Eureka, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 25m
Yield 3 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Spoon onto cucumber slices. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 20 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 38mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
Tips:
- For the shrimp and cucumber canapés, use fresh, firm shrimp. Frozen shrimp can work, but make sure to thaw them completely before using.
- If you don't have a spiralizer, you can use a mandoline to create thin cucumber ribbons. Just be careful not to slice your fingers!
- To make the avocado crema, use ripe avocados. This will ensure a smooth and creamy texture.
- If you're short on time, you can buy pre-cooked shrimp and pre-made avocado crema. This will save you a lot of time and effort.
- Experiment with different toppings for your canapés. Some popular options include smoked salmon, thinly sliced red onion, and capers.
Conclusion:
Shrimp and cucumber canapés are a delicious and easy appetizer that is perfect for any party or gathering. They are light and refreshing, and they can be made ahead of time. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a stunning and delicious dish that will impress your guests.
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