PHYLLO & PROSCIUTTO WRAPPED SHRIMP WITH PAPAYA-TOMATO RELISH

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Phyllo & Prosciutto Wrapped Shrimp with Papaya-Tomato Relish image

A yummy appetizer using phyllo dough.

Provided by S I

Categories     Seafood Appetizers

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 23

5 Tbsp olive oil
2 Tbsp fresh ginger, minced
2 clove garlic, minced
2 tsp fresh rosemary, minced
2 tsp fresh lemon thyme, minced
5 Tbsp vodka
1/2 tsp ground black pepper
24 medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
12 slice (thin) prosciutto ham, cut in half lengthwise
12 sheets phyllo dough (9
1/4 c butter, melted
PAPAYA-TOMATO RELISH
1 medium papaya, cleaned and diced
1/3 c (1 medium) ripe red tomato, cleaned and diced
1/4 c chopped parsley
1/4 c chopped chives
1/4 c chopped sweet gherkins
1/4 c diced red bell peppers
3 Tbsp small capers
1/4 c rice wine vinegar
1 large garlic clove, minced
1/3 c extra virgin olive oil
salt & pepper to taste

Steps:

  • 1. In large mixing bowl, combine the oil, ginger, garlic, rosemary, thyme, vodka and pepper. Add the shrimp, toss to coat with marinade. Cover and refrigerate for 3 hours.
  • 2. Preheat the oven to 350ºF. Remove shrimp from marinade and wrap each in prosciutto. Butter and layer 3 sheets of phyllo per shrimp. Cut widthwise into 1-inch wide strips. Wrap phyllo around the shrimp to form the natural shape of the shrimp. Brush the outside with butter and refrigerate for 1 hour. Place the phyllo-wrapped shrimp on an ungreased cookie sheet and bake for 8 to 10 minutes or until golden brown.
  • 3. Serve hot with Papaya-Tomato Relish or your favorite Southwestern style relish.
  • 4. PAPAYA-TOMATO RELISH: In a medium bowl, combine the papaya, tomato, parsley, chives, gherkins, red peppers and capers. In a small bowl, combine the vinegar and garlic. Whisk in the olive oil and blend well. Pour over papaya mixture, toss and add salt and pepper to taste.

Anum Khan
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This dish is a bit pricey, but it's worth it for a special occasion.


Garvel Pearl
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover shrimp.


Joseph Brooks
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The shrimp are cooked perfectly and the relish is a great complement.


Borkot Ullah
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Kristen Mckown
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I'm not a big fan of shrimp, but I actually really enjoyed this dish.


Sabir Akter
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Overall, I thought this dish was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything special either.


Murtaugh Otyles
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This dish was very time-consuming to make. I don't think I'll be making it again.


Stephen Zulu
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I wasn't a fan of the papaya-tomato relish. It was a bit too sweet for my taste.


Dannie Harley
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The shrimp were a bit overcooked, but the flavor was still good.


Hamna ushna Amir
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I would definitely make this again. It's a great way to impress your guests.


Jazmin Zavala
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This dish is perfect for a special occasion. It's easy to make and looks very impressive.


rhonda westbrook
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I used a different type of cheese than the recipe called for, but it still turned out great.


Kashi King
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The phyllo dough was a bit tricky to work with, but the end result was worth it.


Md Liton Liton
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I made this for my family and they loved it! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the papaya-tomato relish was a great addition.


Avery Howard
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This dish was a huge hit at my last dinner party. Everyone raved about the combination of flavors and textures.