Description

Shrimp Avocado Cucumber Boats are a vibrant and refreshing appetizer that brings the essence of sushi to your table without any rolling skills required. These delightful boats combine succulent shrimp, creamy avocado, and crunchy cucumber for a burst of flavor in every bite. Perfect for parties, quick lunches, or light dinners, they are not only easy to prepare but also highly customizable to suit your taste. Serve them chilled for an impressive presentation that will wow your guests and satisfy your cravings for fresh seafood.

Ingredients

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1 cup cooked sushi rice
2 large cucumbers
24 shrimp (peeled & deveined)
3 ripe avocados
1 lime (juiced)
1/4 cup Kewpie mayo (or regular mayo)
2 tsp Sriracha sauce
2 tbs olive oil
3/4 tsp garlic powder
3/4 tsp onion powder
3/4 tsp paprika
3/4 tsp chili powder
3/4 tsp dried oregano
salt to taste
honey (optional)

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Instructions

Cook sushi rice as per package instructions; let it cool.
Cut cucumbers in half lengthwise and scoop out seeds to create boats.
In a skillet, heat olive oil and cook shrimp seasoned with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, chili powder, oregano, and salt until pink.
In a bowl, mix mashed avocados with lime juice, salt, mayo, Sriracha, and optional honey until creamy.
Assemble by placing sushi rice in cucumber boats, topping with shrimp and avocado mixture.
Serve immediately for optimal freshness.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Cooking
Cuisine: Japanese

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 220
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 480mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 10g
Cholesterol: 160mg