Elevate your next gathering with these delightful Avocado Shrimp Puff Pastry Cups. This elegant yet simple recipe combines the creaminess of avocado with succulent shrimp, all encased in flaky pastry cups. Perfect as shrimp appetizers or seafood hors d'oeuvres, these bite-sized treats will impress your guests and satisfy their taste buds. The contrast of the crispy pastry and the creamy filling creates a delightful texture that is both appealing and satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale:
1 sheet of puff pastry (thawed if frozen)
1 egg (beaten, for egg wash)
1 pound medium shrimp (peeled and deveined)
1 ripe avocado (diced)
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro (chopped)
1 clove garlic (minced)
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Sliced radishes or jalapeños for garnish
Microgreens or additional cilantro for garnish
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface to about 1/8-inch thickness. Cut the pastry into 3-inch squares.
Press each square into the wells of a greased muffin tin, creating little cups.
Brush the tops of the pastry cups with the beaten egg.
Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the pastry is p￭ and golden brown.
In a bowl, combine the diced avocado, lime juice, chopped cilantro, minced garlic, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Mix gently.
In a skillet over medium heat, add a splash of olive oil. Sauté the shrimp for about 3-4 minutes, or until they turn pink and opaque.
Once the pastry cups are baked and cooled, fill each cup with a scoop of the shrimp filling, topping it generously with the avocado mixture.
Add sliced radishes or jalapeños for a kick, and top with microgreens or additional cilantro.
