A Southwest Twist on A Classic American Snack – Chipotle Popcorn Shrimp Recipe

Witten by Donna on February 4, 2010 in First Courses, Party Food and Snacks

The classic Popcorn Shrimp recipe is perfect for a Southwest update! Just in time for Superbowl Snacks!

These little shrimp bites are crispy and delicious, and they are BAKED, not fried. So, go ahead and eat them like popcorn!

Culinary Trivia Question of the Day: Can you guess which popular American restaurant chain is credited with the creation of “popcorn shrimp?” See the end of this post for the answer!

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One-Bite Shrimp Cocktail Tacos Recipe with a Zesty Vegetable Juice Shot

Witten by Donna on January 5, 2010 in First Courses, Light and Healthy, Party Food and Snacks

Shrimp Cpocktail Taco Bites

Shrimp Cpocktail Taco Bites

Looking for a low-cost way to serve shrimp appetizers on Superbowl Sunday or your next party? I saw something similar served once at a fancy wedding reception, and have always wanted to try my own version. This is a great way to serve shrimp because, each guest only eats one shrimp! It’s fun and festive, and looks fabulous on a buffet table.

The trick is to set the shrimp on top of a little shot glass and fill the glass with a little drink to “chase” the shrimp. I like V-8 juice mixed with a little cocktail sauce. I used some votive candle holders that I had left over from my daughters’ weddings a few years ago, and they worked perfectly. The bonus: this is one of those dishes that will make you seem like a fabulous chef who has slaved for hours, but in reality this is one of the easiest appetizers I have ever made!

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