I love a good spicy appetizer. Something to tingle the tastebuds, ya know?
As the holidays approach, I’m always looking for great appetizers to share with family and friends as we gather around the table to enjoy time together.
When the dish is fast and easy to throw together, it’s even better. Wouldn’t you rather spend time with friends, then spending hours in the kitchen? I know I would!
You get both with this Spicy Horseradish Shrimp.
It takes just a few minutes to put together (then you let it marinate!) and after only 4-8 minutes under the broiler, you’ve got a quick and easy appetizer that everyone will love!
Enjoy!
Spicy Horseradish Shrimp
Quick, easy and delicious spicy shrimp appetizer. Easy to put together and great for entertaining!
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup tomato paste
- 1/4 cup horseradish drained
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 pounds large raw shrimp peeled, deveined and tails on
- *Lemon wedges for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Mix tomato paste, horseradish, olive oil, hot sauce and salt and pepper in a bowl.
- Add shrimp, toss to coat on all sides and marinate in the refrigerator 30 minutes to 1 hour.
- Preheat the broiler.
- Brush a baking sheet with olive oil. Place shrimp in a single layer on a baking sheet and broil until just cooked through, 4 to 8 minutes (no need to turn).
- Serve warm or at room temperature. Garnish with lemon wedges if desired.
Recipe adapted from Food Network @ Horseradish Shrimp.
Kelly says
This looks incredible Kristi! What a great appetizer! We love spicy dishes but have never tried shrimp with horseradish – it sounds fantastic and extremely tasty! Pinning – thanks for sharing and hope you have a great week 🙂
Kristi says
Thanks Kelly! I’m a huge fan of spicy too. Sometimes our entire dinner is just a bunch of appetizers. You get lots of variety that way! Have a wonderful week!
Melanie @ Carmel Moments says
Great holiday appetizer! I’m sure I’d have some family members who would inhale this!
Kristi says
Hahaha! I have friends that will inhale it too – thanks Melanie! I’m glad you stopped by!
Marcie says
I love a nice, spicy and easy appetizer as well! Yes, I do prefer to spend less time at the stovetop and more visiting, so this is perfect!
Kristi says
Me too Marcie – more visiting – less cooking! Love to cook, but not when I have friends over! Then its time for time together!
Consuelo @ Honey & Figs says
I’m a lover of all kinds of spicy food and shrimps are one of my favorite things to eat, so you bet I’ll be trying this lovely recipe soon! These look mouth-watering and I adore how easy to make they are. Win!
Have a wonderful week 😀
Kristi says
Me too Consuelo – we should eat together. Oh no. Maybe not – we’d be both fighting for that last bite! Hahahaha! Have a great week my friend!!!
Josefine {The Smoothie Lover} says
What a great appetizer! I love shellfish for appetizers. And how wonderful it is fast to throw together.
Kristi says
Thanks Josefine – I love the easy ones too!
Ashley says
Confession – I can’t stand shrimp! haha Everyone makes fun of me but I just don’t like it! The texture completely weirds me out! Buttt my husband loves shrimp – and I know he would be a huge fan of this – especially with the spicy hot sauce and horseradish! And I love how quick this is – so simple!
Kristi says
I so understand the texture thing! It took me a long time to get used to the texture. 🙂 But, now that I have, they are so simple and fast and easy to keep in the freezer for a quick weeknight meal. I hope your hubby loves them! Have a great week Ashley!
Juliana says
Oh Kristi, these shrimps look great, I love the spiciness of it…yes, they sure make a great appetizer.
Have a wonderful week 😀
Kristi says
You too Juliana! Thanks for stopping by! I hope you get a chance to try them! Have a Happy Thanksgiving!
Daniela @ FoodrecipesHQ says
Oh my, I would definitely love this dish! I just need to find someone willing to share these shrimps with me. I guess I’m not lucky in that sense since I live with people who do not appreciate fish 🙁
Kristi says
Daniela – you come over, and we’ll enjoy it together! Or, you can keep them all to yourself! Have a wonderful Thanksgiving!
Shelley @ Two Healthy Kitchens says
I have so many people in my extended family who love shrimp! I’m really, really excited to try this, especially since it’s just so really quick and easy! My kinda recipe! (And another gorgeous pic, too – you are rockin’ it, girlfriend!) I hope you have a fantastic Thanksgiving, Kristi!!!! 😀
Kristi says
Thanks Shelley – you have a wonderful Thanksgiving too! Enjoy the shrimp!
Johlene says
Hey there, this looks really tasty!! I dont think (no I´m pretty sure..) I´ve ver cooked with horseradish before…. you´ve definitely opened my mind.. I too love experimenting with flavours 🙂
Kristi says
I love cooking with horseradish! But, I love horseradish in general 🙂 so that’s no surprise. Any time I need a bit of extra kick in a spicy dish, I put a little in there! It really makes a difference. Enjoy!
Sarah & Arkadi says
Just when you think you have exhausted all shrimp cooking ideas……great recipe! will have to try!
Kristi says
Thanks Sarah! I hope you love it! Have a wonderful Thanksgiving!!!
Dedy@Dentist Chef says
wow, finger licking good…
nice kick’in shrimp!
my nose and mouth are watering just by seeing the photograph!
Kristi says
Thank you! It was spicy and fabulous! Have a wonderful weekend!!! Try it! 🙂
Samina | The Cupcake Confession says
Wow!!!! Love this recipe! Its so quick and delicious! I’ve only recently developed a liking towards shrimp and I am definitely trying this! 🙂
Kristi says
Oh good – another shrimp lover! Come back and tell me what you think! Cheers my friend!