Spicy Shrimp Spread
Cuisine: American
Categories: Party Food & Dips & Spreads
Recipe Source: Bumble Bee
Spicy Shrimp Spread is a zesty and flavorful appetizer that's perfect for spreading on crackers, toast points, or crudités. This spread typically features cooked shrimp, mayonnaise, cream cheese, and a kick of spice from ingredients like hot sauce, chili powder, or cayenne pepper. To balance the heat, a touch of sweetness is often added with ingredients like honey or apricot preserves. Chopped celery, green onions, and fresh herbs like parsley or dill are common additions for texture and freshness. This spread is easy to make ahead of time, making it an ideal choice for parties and gatherings.
Difficulty: EASY
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Serving Size: 8 servings
Ingredients:
- 1 can (4 oz) Tiny Shrimp, drained
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 green onion, chopped
- 2 teaspoons horseradish
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
Directions:
- In small bowl, beat cream cheese until softened; add in lemon juice.
- Stir in shrimp, onion, horseradish, Worcestershire sauce, pepper and garlic powder. Chill.
- Serve with crackers. Makes 1 1/2 cups spread.