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Garlic Butter Shrimp Canapés

Irresistible Garlic Butter Shrimp Canapés: Easy Gourmet Bites

These Garlic Butter Shrimp Canapés combine bold flavors with effortless elegance for a quick and impressive appetizer.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 canapés
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 4 cloves garlic finely minced
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped finely
  • 1 teaspoon salt
For the Canapé Base
  • 1 French baguette sliced thin toasted
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for brushing
  • cream cheese or ricotta optional for spreading
Final Touches
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese for sprinkling

Equipment

  • heavy skillet
  • broiler

Method
 

For the Shrimp
  1. In a heavy skillet over medium heat, melt unsalted butter until foaming and lightly bubbling, about 1 minute.
  2. Add minced garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant and golden, stirring constantly.
  3. Toss in shrimp, season lightly with salt, then cook 2–3 minutes per side until pink and firm.
  4. Finish by stirring in lemon juice and parsley.
For the Canapé Base
  1. Brush each baguette slice with olive oil, then broil on high for 1–2 minutes until golden brown.
  2. Spread a thin layer of cream cheese or ricotta on warm toasts.
For Assembly
  1. Arrange a shrimp on each baguette slice, then sprinkle red pepper flakes and grated Parmesan cheese.
  2. Serve immediately while still warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1canapéCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 160mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh; only assemble what you'll eat right away to preserve texture and taste.

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