Description
These Spicy Shrimp Cucumber Sushi Boats are a delightful and refreshing appetizer that combines the flavors of sushi with a spicy kick. Crisp cucumber boats are filled with a zesty shrimp mixture, creating a light and flavorful dish that is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Cucumber Boats:
- 4 large English cucumbers
Shrimp Filling:
- 1 cup cooked shrimp, chopped
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/4 cup finely chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup diced avocado
- 1/4 cup shredded carrots
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
- Nori strips for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Cucumber Boats: Cut each cucumber in half lengthwise, scoop out the seeds to create a boat, and pat dry.
- Make Shrimp Filling: Mix shrimp, mayonnaise, sriracha, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Add green onions, avocado, and carrots.
- Fill Cucumber Boats: Spoon shrimp mixture into cucumber boats, sprinkle with sesame seeds, and garnish with nori strips.
- Serve: Enjoy immediately for the best taste!
Notes
- For added crunch, try adding diced red bell pepper or water chestnuts to the filling.
- To reduce spiciness, adjust the amount of sriracha or substitute with a milder chili sauce.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cucumber boat
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
