Cocktail Shrimp (Appetizer)
4 servings
15 minutes
Cocktail shrimp is an elegant appetizer from French cuisine, where exquisite flavors blend with simplicity in preparation. Juicy shrimp sautéed with garlic and teriyaki sauce take on a delicate caramel hue. They are harmoniously complemented by a fresh salad of tomatoes, red onion, and avocado dressed with lemon juice and olive oil, adding lightness and zest to the dish. A creamy layer of cream cheese, sour cream, and dill makes the texture of the appetizer softer and richer. This cocktail is perfect for a festive dinner, an exquisite aperitif, or a romantic evening. Cocktail shrimp not only delight the eye with their stunning appearance but also impress with the complexity of flavor nuances—the balance of sweet, salty, and creamy makes them a true culinary masterpiece.
1
Fry the shrimp with garlic in vegetable oil for 2-3 minutes. Then add teriyaki sauce and heat the shrimp in it for another 2 minutes.
- Shrimp: 500 g
- Garlic: 2 cloves
- Teriyaki sauce: 50 g
2
Dice tomatoes, red onion, and avocado, chop a couple of parsley sprigs, add them, and drizzle with the juice of half a lemon and olive oil.
- Tomatoes: 200 g
- Red onion: 150 g
- Avocado: 1 piece
- Parsley: 1 bunch
- Lemon: 0.5 piece
- Olive oil: 30 ml
3
Chop a couple of dill sprigs, mix with cream cheese and sour cream. Place this mixture at the bottom of a serving glass, top with salad, and garnish with fried shrimp.
- Dill: 1 bunch
- Cream cheese (curd cheese spread): 100 g
- Sour cream: 30 g
- Shrimp: 500 g
