Spicy Shrimp & Avocado Phyllo Cups
Spicy Shrimp & Avocado Phyllo Cups are a mouthwatering appetizer that combines crunchy phyllo pastry with succulent shrimp and creamy avocado, delivering a burst of flavor in every bite.
- Author: Jennifer
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Makes about 12 cups 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Seafood
- 8 sheets phyllo dough
- 1 lb large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 3 tbsp olive oil (for brushing)
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cut phyllo dough into 4-inch squares; brush each layer with olive oil while stacking them in muffin tins.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté shrimp with olive oil, garlic powder, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper until pink (about 3-4 minutes).
- In a bowl, mix diced avocado with lime juice and cilantro; season with salt and pepper.
- Fill phyllo cups with sautéed shrimp followed by the avocado mixture.
- Bake for an additional 10 minutes or until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 phyllo cup
- Calories: 135
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: - For variations, substitute shrimp with crab meat or roasted vegetables.
- Enhance flavor by adding lime zest or extra cilantro.