Description
Baked shrimp toast is a delicious, savory appetizer that combines crispy bread with a rich shrimp mixture, enhanced by fresh herbs and garlic. This dish is perfect for gatherings or a cozy night in, effortlessly impressing guests with its vibrant flavors and appealing presentation. With just a few simple steps, you can create these delightful bites that are sure to leave everyone craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 4 slices sturdy bread (French baguette or sourdough)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 green onions (chopped)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp fresh herbs (parsley or cilantro, finely chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In a bowl, mix shrimp, garlic, green onions, melted butter, salt, pepper, and herbs until combined.
- Slice bread into 1-inch thick pieces and arrange on a baking sheet. Lightly toast for 5 minutes until golden.
- Remove toasted bread from the oven and generously spoon shrimp mixture onto each slice.
- Return to the oven and bake for 12-15 minutes until the shrimp are cooked through and edges are crispy.
- Garnish with additional herbs before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (50g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 110mg