Spicy Shrimp Guacamole Bites are the perfect appetizer recipe for any party! Tortilla chips topped with guacamole and juicy roasted shrimp. Erin -Well Plated
Prep Time25mins
Cook Time5mins
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Keyword: Guacamole, Shrimp
Servings: 28
Author: Erin - Well Plated
Ingredients
1poundraw large shrimp
25–30 count, peeled and deveined, about 28 shrimp total
1tspextra-virgin olive oil
1 1/2tspchili powder
1/4tspcumin
1/4tspsmoked paprika
1/4tspkosher salt
1cupprepared guacamole
2tbspfresh lime juice
1tbspchopped fresh cilantro — plus additional for garnish
28Bite-sized round corn tortilla chips
Crumbled feta cheese or queso fresco for serving
Instructions
Place a rack in the center of your oven and preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Place the shrimp in a large mixing bowl, drizzle with olive oil, then sprinkle with chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and kosher salt. Toss to coat, then spread the shrimp on in a single layer on a large baking sheet. Roast for 4 to 6 minutes, just until the shrimp are opaque and cooked through. (Do not overcook, or the shrimp will be chewy.) Set aside.
In a small bowl, combine the guacamole with the lime juice and 1 tablespoon cilantro.
To assemble the bites: Top each tortilla chip with a spoonful of the guacamole and a roasted shrimp. Garnish with additional fresh cilantro and cheese. Serve at room temperature.
Notes
Because the guacamole softens the chips as the bites sit, I recommend assembling the bites immediately before serving.
If you'd like to prep ahead, you can roast the shrimp a few hours in advance. Let come to room temperature before topping the chips. The guacamole can also be stirred with the cilantro and lime juice a few hours in advance. Store it in the refrigerator in an airtight container with plastic wrap pressed on the guac's surface to deter browning.