Garlic Shrimp with Chilli and Parsley on Crostini
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this tantalizing Garlic Shrimp with Chilli and Parsley on Crostini recipe. Perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself to a gourmet appetizer.
Equipment
- Baking sheet
- Skillet
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Measuring spoons
- Brush
Ingredients
- 1 pound Shrimp peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves Garlic finely minced
- 1/4 cup Fresh parsley chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon Red chilli flakes
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 Baguette sliced diagonally into 1/2 inch pieces
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1/4 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Arrange the baguette slices on a baking sheet and lightly brush both sides with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Toast in the oven for 5-7 minutes or until golden and crisp. Set aside to cool.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, warm the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Add the minced garlic and red chilli flakes, sautéing for 1 minute until fragrant, ensuring the garlic does not burn.
- Increase the heat to medium-high and add the shrimp to the skillet. Season with salt and black pepper. Cook for about 2-3 minutes per side, or until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through.
- Remove the skillet from heat, and stir in the chopped parsley and lemon juice, tossing well to coat the shrimp evenly.
- To assemble, place a spoonful of the garlic chilli shrimp on each crostini. Drizzle with the pan juices and garnish with additional parsley if desired.
- Serve immediately while the crostini are crisp and the shrimp are warm.
Notes
For an extra kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the shrimp while cooking. You can also substitute the red chilli flakes with a fresh chilli for a different flavor profile.