Best Shrimp Jalapeno Boats Recipes

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GARLIC-JALAPEñO SHRIMP



Garlic-Jalapeño Shrimp image

This tasty marinade-hot but not punishing-is so easy and so flavorful that it will quickly make its way into your regular rotation. Shrimp is marinated with garlic, fresh lime juice, and jalapeño chile peppers, then seared in a skillet until fully cooked through.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes     Shrimp Recipes

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 6

20 large shrimp (about 1 pound), peeled and deveined (tails left intact; optional)
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 jalapeno chile (stem, ribs, and seeds removed), finely chopped
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Toss together shrimp, garlic, jalapeno, lime juice, and 1 tablespoon oil; season with salt and pepper. Marinate in refrigerator for 45 minutes.
  • Heat remaining 2 tablespoons oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Remove shrimp from marinade, and add to skillet; cook through, about 2 minutes per side.

JALAPENO BOATS



Jalapeno Boats image

Easy, low carb alternative to jalapeno poppers--and every bit as good. Don't be afraid to try these--taking the membranes and the seeds out of the jalapenos takes away most of the heat.

Provided by Dragonfly AZ

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 fresh jalapeno peppers
1/2 cup cooked shrimp, finely chopped
1 tablespoon bacon bits
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/2-1 teaspoon garlic powder
red pepper flakes, to taste

Steps:

  • Slice the stem of each jalapeno, being careful not to cut into the cavity of the pepper.
  • Cut jalapenos in half, lengthwise and remove seeds and membranes. Microwave jalapenos at 80% power for 4-7 minutes, or until they are slightly soft.
  • Mix remaining ingredients and spoon into jalapeno halves.
  • Broil for 5 minutes, or until cheese mixture is lightly browned.
  • Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 54.2, Fat 5, SaturatedFat 3.1, Cholesterol 15.6, Sodium 42.1, Carbohydrate 1.3, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 0.6, Protein 1.3

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