These are delicious, heavenly little pockets with a fluffy biscuit outside surrounding toasted almonds, shrimp, and much more!
Provided by Gods_sugarcookie
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 25m
Yield 5 pita-whiches, 5 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Thaw salad shrimp overnight in the fridge or rinse under water in a colander until ice crystals dissappear and shrimp feels soft.
- TO TOAST THE ALMONDS:.
- Heat oven to 375 degrees F. Spread almonds evenly on an ungreased cookie sheet; bake for around 2-4 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from cookie sheet; cool.
- TO MAKE THE POCKETS:.
- Seperate biscuits and press 5 of them into
- 4 1/2 in rounds; place on same ungreased cookie sheet.
- Bake at 375 degrees F for 8-10 minute or until golden brown and biscuits have risen and are light and fluffy. Set aside.
- While they are cooling, mix the toasted almonds, green onion, and salad shrimp in a large bowl. Pour the mayonaisse over the top, then all three spices; mix thoroughly, coating everything in mayonaisse.
- With a knife, gently cut along the side of each COOLED biscuit a little over half way around and deep to the back;open gently to form a pocket.
- Spoon about a half cup of shrimp mixture into each pocket.
- If desired, garnish with additional toasted almonds and green onions. These are delicious served warm or cold!
- NOTE: To re-warm, place each sandwhich in microwave for 30 seconds.
- NOTE: Bake the extra 3 biscuits and serve as a filler inner!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 531.5, Fat 26.1, SaturatedFat 4.9, Cholesterol 182.9, Sodium 1453.4, Carbohydrate 48.4, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 9.5, Protein 27
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Javed Raz
[email protected]This recipe is so easy to make! I can have it on the table in less than 30 minutes. It is the perfect meal for a busy weeknight.
Linda Chitekwe
[email protected]I love the addition of dill to this recipe. Dill is such a refreshing herb, and it really brightens up the flavor of the shrimp salad.
UZAIR MUSHTAQ
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover rice. I always have leftover rice from dinner, and I am always looking for ways to use it up. This shrimp salad pita is the perfect way to do that.
Koleosho TT
[email protected]I love the presentation of this dish. The shrimp salad is piled high on the pita bread, and it looks very appetizing. I am always impressed when I see this dish served at a party.
Zainabiu Samba
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to save money. Shrimp can be expensive, but this recipe uses a relatively small amount of shrimp. The vegetables in the salad are also very affordable.
Christopher Hovey
[email protected]I love how healthy this recipe is. The shrimp is a good source of protein, and the vegetables in the salad are full of nutrients. I feel good about feeding this dish to my family.
Marely Arroyo
[email protected]This recipe is so versatile! I have made it with different types of shrimp, and I have also added different vegetables to the salad. It is always delicious, and it is a great way to use up leftover shrimp.
Haji rahmatullah Haji rahmatullah
[email protected]I made this shrimp salad pita for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor of the shrimp salad, and the pita bread was the perfect way to serve it. I will definitely be making this again for my next party.
Anila Anila
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat shrimp. My kids are always hesitant to try new foods, but they loved this shrimp salad pita. The sweet and tangy flavor of the shrimp salad was a hit with them, and the pita bread made it easy to eat
Alamin sarker
[email protected]I love the combination of flavors in this shrimp salad pita. The shrimp is succulent and flavorful, the celery and onion add a nice crunch, and the mayonnaise and dill add a creamy and tangy flavor. The pita bread is the perfect way to hold all of th
Zanele Ndlovu
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover shrimp. I had some shrimp that I had cooked for another dish, and I was looking for a way to use it up. This recipe was perfect! The shrimp salad was delicious, and the pita bread was the perfect way to s
Wmja Tpgj
[email protected]I made this shrimp salad pita for a picnic and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the light and refreshing flavor, and the pita bread held up well even after being packed in a lunch bag. I will definitely be making this again for my next picnic.
Zandiswa Ngobenani
[email protected]I love how easy this recipe was to follow. Even as a beginner cook, I was able to make this dish with ease. The end result was a delicious and satisfying meal that I will definitely be making again.
Stacey Stephenson
[email protected]This shrimp salad pita was a hit with my family! The flavors were so fresh and summery, and the pita bread was the perfect vessel for holding all of the goodness. I will definitely be making this again.