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Food 30/11/2025 22:54

Savory Shrimp & Avocado Tartlets


Savory Shrimp & Avocado Tartlets 
Ingredients
For the Tartlet Shells
 
1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
 
½ cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
 
1 tbsp cold water (more if needed)
 
¼ tsp salt
 
For the Avocado Cream
 
2 ripe avocados
 
2 tbsp lime juice
 
2 tbsp sour cream or Greek yogurt
 
1 small garlic clove, minced
 
Salt & black pepper, to taste
 
For the Shrimp Topping
 
12 medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
 
1 tbsp olive oil
 
1 garlic clove, minced
 
½ tsp paprika
 
Salt & black pepper, to taste
 
For Garnish
 
Microgreens or fresh herbs
 
A drizzle of herb oil or extra virgin olive oil
 
Optional: chili flakes, lemon zest
 
Instructions

1. Make the Tartlet Shells
 
In a bowl, mix flour and salt.
 
Add cold butter and rub with fingertips until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
 
Add cold water and mix until dough just comes together.
 
Chill for 20 minutes.
 
Roll out the dough and press into tartlet molds.
 
Poke the bottoms with a fork and bake at 180°C (350°F) for 12–15 minutes until golden.
 
Let cool completely.
 
2. Prepare the Avocado Cream
 
Mash avocados with lime juice, sour cream, garlic, salt, and pepper.
 
Blend until smooth and creamy.
 
Transfer to a piping bag for easy filling.
 
3. Cook the Shrimp
 
Toss shrimp with olive oil, minced garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper.
 
Sear in a hot pan for 1–2 minutes per side until pink and cooked.
 
Set aside.
 
4. Assemble the Tartlets
 
Fill each baked tartlet shell with avocado cream.
 
Place 2–3 shrimp on top.
 
Garnish with microgreens or herbs.
 
Drizzle lightly with herb oil.
 
Optionally sprinkle chili flakes or lemon zest for brightness.
 
Serving Suggestions
 
Serve as an elegant appetizer for parties or holiday dinners.
 
Best enjoyed immediately for the crispest tartlet texture.

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