Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
1 pound

shrimp

unpeeled, medium-size fresh

3 cup

water

0.25 cup

mayonnaise

0.25 cup

sour cream

1 tbsp

lemon zest

grated

2 tsp

lemon juice

fresh

2 tsp

creole seasoning

0.33 cup

celery

diced

2 tbsp

green onions

thinly sliced

12 unit

tartlet shells

baked

Step 1
~3 min

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2
~3 min

Prepare tartlet shells according to recipe or package instructions and bake until golden brown.

Step 3
~3 min

While tartlet shells are baking, peel and devein shrimp.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 4
~3 min

Bring 3 cups of water to a boil in a saucepan.

Step 5
~3 min

Add shrimp to boiling water and cook for 3 to 5 minutes, or until shrimp turn pink and opaque.

Step 6
~3 min

Drain cooked shrimp and coarsely chop.

Step 7
~3 min

Pat the chopped shrimp dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.

Step 8
~3 min

In a large bowl, stir together mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon zest, lemon juice, and Creole seasoning.

Step 9
~3 min

Add the chopped shrimp, diced celery, and 2 tablespoons of thinly sliced green onions to the bowl with the dressing.

Step 10
~3 min

Mix all ingredients until well combined.

Step 11
~3 min

Fill each baked tartlet shell with 1 heaping tablespoonful of shrimp salad.

Step 12
~3 min

Garnish the filled tartlets with thinly sliced green onions, if desired.

Step 13
~3 min

Serve the shrimp tartlets immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a dash of hot sauce for a spicy kick.

Use different types of tartlet shells, such as gluten-free or whole wheat.

Toast the benne seeds before adding them to the salad for enhanced flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Tartlet shells can be baked up to 24 hours ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as an appetizer or light lunch.

Pair with a crisp white wine.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Cucumber sandwiches
Fruit salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southern United States

Cultural Significance

Benne seeds are a Southern ingredient with African origins.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Parties
Holidays

Occasion Tags

Party
Holiday
Summer
Brunch

Popularity Score

65/100

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