Best 6 Party Shrimp Recipes

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Party shrimp, also known as cocktail shrimp, is a classic appetizer that is easy to prepare and always a crowd-pleaser. Whether you're hosting a casual get-together or a more formal event, these bite-sized shrimp are sure to be a hit. With their tender texture, succulent flavor, and endless possibilities for customization, party shrimp are the perfect addition to any party platter.

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PARTY SHRIMP



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The marinade for this dish makes the shrimp so flavorful, you won't even need a dipping sauce. Even those who claim they don't like shellfish really dig this appetizer. -Kendra Doss, Colorado Springs, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 25m

Yield 2-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon olive oil
1-1/2 teaspoons brown sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 garlic clove, thinly sliced
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 pound uncooked shrimp (26-30 per pound), peeled and deveined

Steps:

  • In a bowl or shallow dish, combine the first 8 ingredients. Add shrimp; toss to coat. Refrigerate 2 hours., Drain shrimp, discarding marinade. Place shrimp on an ungreased baking sheet. Broil 4 in. from heat until shrimp turn pink, 3-4 minutes on each side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 14 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 18mg sodium, Carbohydrate 0 carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

PARTY SHRIMP DIP



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Great for any party.

Provided by Barbara West Smith

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Shrimp Dip Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

¼ cup milk
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
½ teaspoon garlic salt
1 (4.5 ounce) can tiny shrimp, rinsed and drained

Steps:

  • Blend milk gradually into cream cheese with wire whisk in a bowl; whisk in lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and garlic salt. Stir shrimp through cheese mixture until evenly mixed.
  • Cover bowl with plastic wrap; refrigerate at least 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 121.6 calories, Carbohydrate 1.5 g, Cholesterol 59.1 mg, Fat 10.2 g, Protein 6.1 g, SaturatedFat 6.3 g, Sodium 233.3 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

MAKE-AHEAD PARTY SHRIMP AND VEGGIE PENNE



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Categories     Pasta     Shellfish     Vegetable     Sauté     Fall     Parade

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 diced (1/4-inch) red bell peppers
2 diced (1/4-inch) yellow bell peppers
6 ripe plum tomatoes, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1/2 cup slivered fresh basil leaves
3 tablespoons chopped flat-leaf parsley
2 tablespoons finely chopped shallots
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1/3 cup plus 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 teaspoon hot chili oil (see note)
1 small head of broccoli, cut into small florets (reserve stems for another use)
3/4 cup cooked fresh peas (if using frozen peas, cook according to package directions)
12 ounces dried penne

Steps:

  • 1. Cook the shrimp in boiling water for 1 to 2 minutes, or until tender. Drain, rinse under cold water and place in a large bowl.
  • 2. Add the bell peppers, tomatoes, basil, 2 tablespoons of the parsley, the shallots, salt, pepper, lemon juice, 1/3 cup of the olive oil, and the hot chili oil to the bowl. Gently toss with the shrimp, cover and refrigerate for up to 3 hours.
  • 3. Before serving, bring a pot of water to a boil and blanch the broccoli.
  • 4. Toss the broccoli and peas with the shrimp and set aside.
  • 5. Just before serving, bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the remaining tablespoon of oil and the penne. Cook at a rolling boil until just tender.
  • 6. Drain the penne and toss immediately with the shrimp-and-vegetable sauce. Garnish with the remaining tablespoon of parsley.

PORK & SHRIMP PARTY PUPUSAS #RSC



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Ready, Set, Cook! Hidden Valley Contest Entry. We made these for our Big Game Sunday Party and they were SO good! We made our traditional huge batch of chili, but my mom and I were craving something with a little Latin twist and voila! these pupusas were born. I have made pupusas before, but the Hidden Valley Original Ranch seasonings put them over the top! They are time consuming (prep time includes marinating), but easy to do and everyone chipped in. We had a blast making them! Invite some friends over and have your own pupusa party:)

Provided by badams31410

Categories     Weeknight

Time 4h

Yield 16 pupusas, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 30

1 (1 ounce) packet Hidden Valley Original Ranch Seasoning Mix
1 tablespoon smoked paprika
1 tablespoon sweet paprika
1 tablespoon chili powder
1/2 tablespoon coarse sea salt
1/2 tablespoon cracked black pepper
1/2 tablespoon ground cumin
1/2 tablespoon ground coriander
1/2 tablespoon dried Mexican oregano (or regular)
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 (12 ounce) package frozen raw shrimp (thawed)
1 lb ground pork
1 (15 1/4 ounce) can black beans (rinsed & drained)
3 shallots, minced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 yellow bell pepper, diced
1 poblano pepper, diced
1 cup frozen corn kernels (no need to thaw)
4 tablespoons fresh lime juice, divided (about 2-3 limes)
3 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
2 cups shredded monterey jack cheese (or 1 cup each) or 2 cups monterey jack pepper cheese (or 1 cup each)
5 cups masa harina
2 (1 ounce) packets Hidden Valley Original Ranch Seasoning Mix (2 packets)
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/2-1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (depending on how spicy you like)
4 -5 1/2 cups water
1/2 cup vegetable oil, for brushing

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine all ingredients for spice mix, set aside.
  • Peel and de-vein thawed shrimp, then chop very fine or use a food processor to grind to similar consistency of the ground pork. In a large bowl, combine the ground pork and shrimp. Reserve 1 Tablespoon of spice mix, and pour the rest into the pork/shrimp mixture, along with 2 Tablespoons of the lime juice and 1 1/2 Tablespoons of the oil. Stir to combine, cover, and place in the fridge to marinate for an hour.
  • Remove pork/shrimp from fridge. Using a large skillet (preferably a cast iron skillet) saute the pork/shrimp mixture over medium heat, stirring frequently, until cooked through and lightly browned (about 15 minutes). Place cooked mixture in another large bowl, set aside, and return skillet to heat. Add the other 1 1/2 tablespoon of oil to skillet, along with the shallots and garlic, saute about 2 minutes, until slightly softened. Add the frozen corn kernels and continue to saute, another 2 minutes, then add the bell peppers, poblano pepper, black beans, and reserved Tablespoon of spice mix and continue to cook until all the veggies are cooked through (about another 15 minutes). Remove pan from heat and combine the veggie mixture with the shrimp/pork mixture in bowl and add the other 2 Tablespoons of lime juice. Set this aside & let cool to about room temperature. Once cooled, add the shredded cheese, mix well, & set aside while you make the pupusa dough. Rinse & wipe skillet clean to use again.
  • In another large bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients for the pupusa dough. Add the water, about a half cup at a time, until the dough forms a large, easy to handle ball. Form the dough into 32 equal sized balls (a little larger than a golf ball), cover with a damp cloth/paper towel & let rest 30 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 250`F.
  • Place 2 pupusa balls about 6" apart between 2 sheets of parchment paper. Press each ball flat using a 6" skillet or plate or whatever you have on hand, to make 2 equal sized rounds. Top one round with 1 - 2 Tablespoons of the filling mixture, then place the other round on top. Press the edges together to enclose the filling and then LIGHTLY press to flatten/even out the thickness of the pupusa, doing your best not to crack the dough or blow out the filling. Perfection is not necessary -- they will still be delicious even if they are "bulging" a little, trust me, we found that out :).
  • Put your skillet back over medium heat. Brush one side of the filled pupusa with oil and place, oil side down, in skillet. Cook about 2 minutes (until brown spots begin to form), brush the other side of the pupusa with oil, flip and cook another 2 minutes until browned on that side. Place the pupusa on a cookie sheet in oven to keep warm. Continue this process until all the pupusas are done.
  • Serve these with cilantro, sour cream, lime wedges, and Hidden Valley Original Ranch dressing for dipping!
  • Note: we had a nice little assembly line going, cooking 2 pupusas at a time in the skillet. Some were brushing with oil and flipping, while others were pressing and forming. Tons O' Fun! FYI, if you have a little filling left over, freeze for later or stuff in some taco shells, super yummy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1121.8, Fat 58.6, SaturatedFat 17.3, Cholesterol 159.4, Sodium 1575.6, Carbohydrate 109.2, Fiber 15.2, Sugar 1.6, Protein 47

SPICY PARTY SHRIMP



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Make and share this Spicy Party Shrimp recipe from Food.com.

Provided by PalatablePastime

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 4h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons Heinz chili sauce
2 tablespoons finely chopped green onions
1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon Tabasco sauce (or to taste)
1 teaspoon prepared horseradish (or to taste)
1 lb large shrimp, cooked,peeled and deveined (tail section intact)

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients for a marinade and pour over shrimp in a large ziplock bag or shallow dish.
  • Refrigerate several hours, turning shrimp occasionally to coat.
  • Serve with crackers and lemon wedges, if desired.

PARTY ROASTED SHRIMP



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My party roasted shrimp is flavorful, quick and easy to make for your next party or gathering. My family can never get enough of these.

Provided by Paintpuddles

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 16m

Yield 6-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 lbs shrimp, with tails size medium to large
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon kosher salt
cracked pepper
2 teaspoons Mrs. Dash garlic and herb seasoning

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F.
  • Place the shrimp on a bowl.
  • (Thaw shrimp ahead of time if frozen).
  • Pour olive oil over shrimp.
  • Sprinkle with Salt and Pepper.
  • Sprinkle with Mrs. Dash Seasoning.
  • (Seasonings can be adjusted to taste).
  • Toss and let marinate in bowl for 10 minutes.
  • Transfer marinated shrimp to a sheet pan in a single layer.
  • Roast in the oven for approximately 5 to 6 minutes.
  • When it turns nicely pink remove from the oven - Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with lemon wedges and cocktail sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 189.3, Fat 6.1, SaturatedFat 1.1, Cholesterol 294.5, Sodium 629, Protein 31.6

Tips:

  • Prep your shrimp in advance: Devein and peel the shrimp, if necessary. You can also marinate the shrimp in a mixture of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and herbs for extra flavor.
  • Use a variety of cooking methods: Shrimp can be boiled, steamed, grilled, fried, or baked. Each method yields a different texture and flavor, so experiment to find your favorite way to cook shrimp.
  • Don't overcook the shrimp: Shrimp cooks quickly, so it's important to keep an eye on it to avoid overcooking. Overcooked shrimp becomes tough and rubbery.
  • Add shrimp to your favorite dishes: Shrimp can be added to a variety of dishes, including salads, pasta dishes, stir-fries, and tacos. It's a versatile ingredient that can be used in many different ways.

Conclusion:

Shrimp is a delicious and healthy seafood option that can be enjoyed in many different ways. With its mild flavor and versatility, shrimp can be used in a variety of dishes, from appetizers to main courses. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special occasion dish, shrimp is a great choice. So next time you're at the grocery store, be sure to pick up some shrimp and try one of the recipes in this article. You won't be disappointed!

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