If you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal that is also packed with flavor, look no further than seafood tarts. These individual tarts are made with a simple pastry crust and filled with a creamy seafood filling. You can use any type of seafood you like, such as shrimp, crab, or salmon, and you can flavor the filling with your favorite herbs and spices. These tarts are perfect for a light lunch or dinner, and they can be made ahead of time and reheated.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
SHRIMP TARTLETS
Fill mini tart shells with a cream cheese mixture, then top with seafood sauce and shrimp for a picture-perfect look and delightful taste. This recipe makes a fantastic appetizer, and several make a fast, light meal. -Gina Hutchison, Smithville, Missouri
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 20m
Yield 2-1/2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Beat the first 5 ingredients until blended. Place tart shells on a serving plate. Fill with cream cheese mixture; top with cocktail sauce and shrimp., Refrigerate until serving. If desired, sprinkle with parsley and serve with lemon wedges.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 61 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 143mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.
CRISPY SHRIMP TARTS
This elegant appetizer is ready in 30 minutes, thanks to frozen phyllo shells.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Appetizer
Time 30m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F. Place phyllo shells on ungreased large cookie sheet.
- Stir cream cheese to soften. Spoon 1 teaspoon cream cheese into each shell. Top each with 1 shrimp.
- Bake about 2 minutes or until cream cheese is soft. Remove from cookie sheet; place on serving platter. Top each with 1/2 teaspoon plum sauce and lime peel.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 40, Carbohydrate 4 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Appetizer, Sodium 50 mg, Sugar 0 g, TransFat 0 g
QUICK'N'EASY SEAFOOD TARTS
These tarts are a cinch to make, and always a hit at a shower or any gathering. Substitute a vegetable for the seafood to make this recipe vegetarian. This dish also lets you stretch a small amount of seafood; for example, smoked salmon tarts are easier on the budget to put out than a whole platter of smoked salmon. These keep well in the fridge for a day or two, as well.
Provided by Lennie
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 24m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375F; arrange tart shells on a baking sheet.
- Into each shell, place 2 tsp of your favourite seafood; this recipe will also work with chopped ham, chopped asparagus etc, so use your imagination!
- In a small bowl, whisk together the cream, egg and mustard; I like to also add the fresh dill because I like its taste, but leave it out or substitute if you don't want dill.
- Distribute cream mixture evenly among the tarts and then bake for 12 to 14 minutes, until golden and"custard" is set.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 26.2, Fat 1.8, SaturatedFat 0.9, Cholesterol 20.5, Sodium 63.9, Carbohydrate 0.5, Protein 1.9
QUICK AND EASY FRUIT TARTS
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories dessert
Time 40m
Yield 8 to 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- For the tarts: Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Line 2 sheet pans with parchment paper.
- On a lightly floured work surface, lay out the puff pastry. Cut the puff pastry sheets in half, making 4 rectangles. Place 2 puff pastry rectangles on each sheet pan. Set aside.
- Add the blueberries and strawberries to separate bowls. Divide the granulated sugar and lemon juice between the bowls. Season each with a pinch of salt and stir until well combined.
- Divide the blueberries between 2 of the puff pastry rectangles, leaving a 1/4-inch border on all sides. Do the same with the strawberries and the remaining puff pastry rectangles. Pinch the corners of each rectangle, creating a slight lip. Brush the edges with the cream.
- Bake in the lower half of the oven until golden and crisp, about 20 minutes.
- For the whipped cream: While the tarts bake, add the cream, powdered sugar and vanilla to a large bowl. Using a hand mixer or whisk, whip until soft and billowy. Transfer to a serving bowl and chill until ready to serve.
- Transfer the tarts to a cutting board. Let the tarts cool slightly before slicing approximately 6 times across each tart to create thin slices. Transfer to a serving platter. Scatter the mint leaves over the tart pieces and sprinkle with powdered sugar. Serve alongside the whipped cream.
JUNIOR LEAGUE - SEAFOOD TARTS
Make and share this Junior League - Seafood Tarts recipe from Food.com.
Provided by JLofAustin
Categories Crab
Time 40m
Yield 25 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Trim the crusts from the bread and flatten slightly with a rolling pin. Cut rounds from the centers of each slice with a 3-inch round cutter. Dip each round into the butter. Press the rounds into miniature muffin cups. Bake at 400 degrees for 10 minutes.
- Combine the mayonnaise, crab meat, shrimp, parmesan cheese, swiss cheese, onion, Worcestershire sauce and Tabasco sauce in a food processor. Pulse slightly or just until 10 minutes. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 138, Fat 8.3, SaturatedFat 3.4, Cholesterol 21.3, Sodium 261.3, Carbohydrate 12.7, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 1.6, Protein 3.3
Tips:
- For a crispier crust, pre-bake the tart shells for 5-10 minutes before filling them.
- If you don't have individual tart pans, you can use a large pie plate instead. Just be sure to adjust the baking time accordingly.
- Feel free to get creative with your fillings! You can use any type of seafood you like, and you can also add vegetables, herbs, and spices to taste.
- For a more elegant presentation, you can top the tarts with a dollop of sour cream or crème fraîche, and a sprinkle of fresh herbs.
Conclusion:
Seafood tarts are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They're also a great way to use up leftover seafood. With so many different variations to choose from, there's sure to be a seafood tart recipe that everyone will love.
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