Description
Delight in these crispy and savory Cheesy Shrimp Toasts, featuring a golden crusty bread base topped with a flavorful mixture of sautéed shrimp, melted mozzarella and cheddar cheese, and a hint of lemon juice. Perfect as an appetizer or a light meal, these toasts bring together fresh seafood and rich cheese for a quick and delicious treat.
Ingredients
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Shrimp Mixture
- 1/2 pound fresh or frozen shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Bread
- 1 crusty baguette or ciabatta, sliced into 1-inch thick pieces
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Bread: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Slice the crusty baguette or ciabatta into 1-inch thick pieces, ready for topping.
- Sauté Shrimp and Garlic: In a skillet over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the shrimp and cook until they turn pink and are cooked through, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Combine Shrimp and Cheese: Remove the cooked shrimp from heat and mix them with the shredded mozzarella, cheddar, and lemon juice until everything is evenly combined.
- Assemble Toasts: Place the sliced bread pieces on a baking sheet. Generously spread the cheesy shrimp mixture over each slice to fully cover the surface.
- Bake and Garnish: Bake the toasts in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and golden brown. Remove from oven and sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh shrimp for the best flavor, but frozen shrimp is a convenient alternative; just be sure to thaw fully before cooking.
- For a bit of heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the shrimp mixture.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the toasts at their crispiest and cheesiest.
- If you want extra garlic flavor, you can toast the bread slices lightly before adding topping.
