You simply "blacken" the shrimp by seasoning them with creole seasoning and searing them in a cast iron pan over high heat so that they cook in no time, getting a nice light blackened sear on the edges while still being succulent on the inside!
The spicy shrimp is then served on top of crispy and cool cucumber slices along with a creamy avocado sauce that is the perfect combo of flavours, textures and temperature! I like to serve these shrimp in a tasty remoulade sauce to kick things up a bit more, but it's completely optional. Whether you are serving these blackened shrimp avocado cucumber bites at your football playoff party, for some other sports event or for entertaining guests or even (I'll admit it) as a light meal, they are sure to please!
ingredients
FOR THE SHRIMP AND CUCUMBER BITES:
1 tablespoon oil
1 tablespoon creole seasoning
1 pound shrimp, peeled and deviened
1 cucumber, sliced
1/4 cup remoulade sauce (optional)
FOR THE AVOCADO SAUCE:
1 avocado, mashed
1 green onion, thinly sliced or chopped
2 tablespoons cilantro and/or parsley, chopped
1 tablespoon lemon juice
salt and cayenne to taste
directions
FOR THE SHRIMP AND CUCUMBER BITES:
Toss the shrimp in the oil and the seasoning and cook in a preheated (medium-high heat) heavy bottomed pan/skillet until slightly blackened, about 2-3 minutes per side.
Assemble the bites with cucumber slices, topped with avocado sauce, shrimp and remoulade sauce.
FOR THE AVOCADO SAUCE:
Mix everything and enjoy!