Tag: Shrimp

Shrimp and Guacamole Dip

Shrimp and Guacamole Dip

Whether making Shrimp and Guacamole for 1 or a group this is a beautiful summer appetizer or meal. Serve with tortilla chips.

Shrimp Tostados

Shrimp Tostados

A Tostada is simply the whole tortilla fried crispy, rather than cut into triangles like the chips. And they are perfect for building everything you would in a taco, only flat. Tostados or any taco meal is especially easy if you have a nearby authentic 

Rice Pilaf

Rice Pilaf

Rice Pilaf involves cooking with stock, spices, and vegetables vs. water. Use any type of long grain rice you prefer and your imagination. In some countries Pilaf is the main course, in others a side dish. Basmati Rice or Jasmine Rice work equally well in 

Seafood Cocktail Spread

Seafood Cocktail Spread

Seafood Cocktail Spread became popular with the Best of Bridge series – that became our go to books in the 1970’s and 80’s. That truly was Haute Cuisine. This is our adapted version and the spread really must be made with from scratch Cocktail Sauce.

Cocktail Sauce

Cocktail Sauce

A throw back to the 1960’s, Cocktail Sauce originated in Britain and soon became very popular. Homemade is better and a breeze to make.

Fish/Shrimp Tacos

Fish/Shrimp Tacos

These Baja style tacos are perfect for a hot day!  Mexico’s most common street food – the taco.  Start with the fish and add whatever condiments you each prefer. 

Tequila Shrimp

Tequila Shrimp

Tequila and shrimp just seem to go together, whether as appetizers or part of a main course taco bar.  They are super quick to make.  They still taste really nice if you leave the Tequila out when serving to the kids.