Avocado Shrimp Cucumber Bites
ingredients
Cajun Shrimp:
1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 garlic cloves, finely minced
1 Tbsp cilantro, finely chopped, plus more to garnish
1 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
1/2 tsp sea salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp olive oil, divided
Avocado Spread:
1 avocado
1/4 tsp salt
1 tbsp lime juice, plus more to squeeze over finished appetizers
1 english cucumber, sliced into 22 rings
instructions
How to Make Cajun Shrimp:
Place shrimp in a large mixing bowl and pat dry with paper towels. Add minced garlic, 1 Tbsp cilantro, 1 tsp paprika, 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper and 1 Tbsp olive oil. Stir well to combine.
Heat a large heavy pan over medium/high heat with 1 Tbsp olive oil. Once oil is hot, add shrimp in a single layer and sauté 2 min per side or until cooked through.
How to Make Avocado Spread & Assemble:
In a small bowl, mash together 1 avocado, 1/4 tsp salt and 1 Tbsp lime juice until creamy. Divide the avocado mix over 20-22 cucumber slices.
Squeeze fresh lime juice over the shrimp avocado bites and garnish with more finely chopped cilantro. If not serving right away, cover and refrigerate up to 4 hours before serving.