Cajun Shrimp Cheesecakes

 

Prep. 30 mins

Chill Time: 15 mins

 

The recipe and photo for this lovely starter is courtesy of 

https://katerynascafe.com

 

Ingredients

 

• 2 oz crackers (saltines, butter crackers, etc.)

• A handful of arugula and spinach

• 1 tsp olive oil or 1 tbsp melted butter

• 8 oz cream cheese softened

• 1 cup cooked shrimp peeled, deveined, roughly chopped

• 1 small cucumber finely chopped

• ½ shallot minced

• 1 tbsp chives chopped

• Zest and juice of ½ small lemon

• ½ tsp Cajun spice mix

• Garnish: fresh dill, whole cooked shrimp, chive blossoms (optional)

Method

 

 

 

1. In a food processor, blend crackers, arugula, spinach, and olive oil (or butter) into fine crumbs. Press into a 6-inch mould.
    

2. In a bowl, mix cream cheese, chopped shrimp, cucumber, shallot, chives, lemon zest/juice, and Cajun seasoning until smooth.
    

3. Spread the mixture over the crust and smooth the top.
    

4. Chill in the fridge for at least 15 minutes.
    

5. Remove mold and garnish with dill, shrimp, and chive blossoms.
    

6. Serve with toasted baguette or crackers.