Masala Curried Garlic and Butter Shrimps on Croutes

Masala Curried Garlic and Butter Shrimps on Croutes

Makes about 32-36 canapés

Ingredients

• 1 pound medium shrimps, peeled and deveined
• 1 teaspoon Masala Curry powder (or substitute yellow curry powder)
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon cracked black pepper
• 6 cloves garlic, finely minced
• 1/4 cup green onions, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons chives, finely chopped (for garnish)
• 1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes (or more according to preference)
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 36 (medium-round) cut-outs of white bread, grilled/toasted

Instructions

1. Marinade shrimps for 10 minutes in Masala curry powder and season with salt and cracked black pepper.
2. Place a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the extra virgin olive oil and butter. Once butter is melted, add the red chili flakes first, then followed by the garlic and saute for 2 mins until soft and fragrant. Add the chopped green onions and saute for another 2 mins.
3. Add the shrimps and immediately toss in sauteed aromatics until shrimps turn pink and curl-up (note: shrimps cook fast, make sure not to overcook them) about 2 minutes (over medium-high heat) then remove from heat.
4. Place shrimps on top of cut-out toasts and garnish with chopped chives and sprinkle red chili flakes (optional).
5. Serve warm.

Content and Image by Jeannie Maristela-Gust