Shrimp Avocado Crostini
This simple yet captivating appetizer combines succulent shrimp with creamy avocado on a toasted baguette, creating an irresistible flavor experience.
Ingredients
For the Crostini
- 1 baguette 1 baguette, sliced Sliced into uniform pieces, about half an inch thick.
- 1 lb 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined Use fresh or frozen shrimp, thawed.
- 2 ripe avocados 2 ripe avocados Choose ripe avocados that yield slightly to pressure.
- 1 lime 1 lime, juiced Juice for a zesty flavor.
- 2 cloves 2 cloves garlic, minced Cook carefully to avoid burning.
- 2 tablespoons 2 tablespoons olive oil Use for both baking and sautéing.
- to taste Salt, to taste
- to taste Pepper, to taste
- Fresh cilantro Fresh cilantro, for garnish Adds flavor and color.
Instructions
Preparation
- Slice the baguette into uniform pieces, about half an inch thick.
- Peel and devein the shrimp, ensuring they are ready for cooking.
- Mince the garlic and set all ingredients aside.
Preheating
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Baking
- Arrange the sliced baguette on a baking sheet and brush each slice lightly with olive oil.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 5-7 minutes, or until golden brown and crisp.
Cooking
- In a large pan, heat the remaining olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the shrimp to the pan, seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook for 3-4 minutes, or until shrimp turn pink and opaque.
Avocado Mixture
- Cut the avocados in half, remove the pit, and scoop into a bowl.
- Mash the avocado with a fork and mix in the lime juice, salt, and pepper.
Assembly
- Spread a generous layer of the avocado mixture on each toasted baguette slice.
- Top each slice generously with the sautéed shrimp.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro.
Notes
When storing leftovers, keep the crostini separate from the avocado mixture to maintain the crispness of the bread. Enjoy fresh for the best taste.