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Shrimp Avocado Wonton Cups
Nawaal Ahmed

Crispy Shrimp Avocado Wonton Cups Appetizer

Easy Shrimp Avocado Wonton Bites for Parties
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 24 cups
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: fusion
Calories: 95

Ingredients
  

  • 24 wonton wrappers
  • 24 medium shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 3 large avocados
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
  • 1 tbsp minced garlic
  • 1 jalapeño finely diced
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp cooking spray

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and lightly coat a mini muffin pan with cooking spray
  2. Press each wonton wrapper gently into the muffin cups, shaping them into small shells with slightly folded edges
  3. Bake until the edges turn golden and crisp, about 8–10 minutes, then remove and let cool
  4. Scoop the avocado flesh into a bowl and mash until slightly chunky but creamy
  5. Stir in chopped onion, garlic, jalapeño, lime juice, salt, and pepper until well combined and fragrant
  6. Heat butter and olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until it begins to shimmer
  7. Add shrimp and sprinkle with Cajun seasoning, cooking until they turn pink and slightly curled with a light sear
  8. Finish the shrimp with a squeeze of lemon juice for a fresh, zesty aroma
  9. Spoon a generous amount of avocado mixture into each cooled wonton cup
  10. Top each cup with one shrimp, pressing gently so it sits securely
  11. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve immediately while crisp

Notes

Protein: 5 g

Carbohydrates: 7 g

Fat: 5 g

Fiber: 2 g

Sugar: 1 g

Sodium: 140 mg