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Spicy Tequila Shrimp Salsa in Wonton Cups

March 17, 2014 by Kristi 52 Comments

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These Spicy Tequila Shrimp Salsa in Wonton Cups are crispy, crunchy and luxurious with cream cheese, spicy salsa and seasoned shrimp.

Have you ever seen a simple idea so brilliant you just want to smack your forehead and go “Doh! Why didn’t I think of that?”

Oh for the love of super easy Wonton Cups!

Spicy Shrimp Wonton Cups | Inspiration Kitchen-5105The perfect way to serve an appetizer. And, so easy!

Spicy Shrimp Wonton Cups | Inspiration Kitchen-5109The great thing about these wonton cups is, you can prepare the cups in advance and stuff them with your favorite appetizers whenever you’re ready.

Once they’re baked, they’re ready to fill with something wonderful!  Like a nice, cool dollop of luxurious and rich sour cream.  Just a touch!

Spicy Shrimp Wonton Cups | Inspiration Kitchen-5265Then, we’ll layer it with a spicy hot, jacked-up salsa.

Seriously, these were one of the most fun appetizers I’ve ever made.  🙂  Super easy and sssooo delicious.

Spicy Shrimp Wonton Cups | Inspiration Kitchen-5271Topped with our spicy, marinated Tequila-Lime Seasoned Shrimp.

Spicy Shrimp Wonton Cups | Inspiration Kitchen-5251It’s almost embarrassing to call them Tequila Shrimp since there’s only 2 teaspoons of Tequila in them.  That, and the fact they’re only marinated in the Tequila, but I want you to know it’s there.

Spicy Tequila Shrimp Salsa in Wonton Cups - inspirationkitchen.comOne bite and you’ll fall in love.

The wontons are crispy, crunchy and the perfect fit for the soft, luxurious cream cheese, which mellows the spicy salsa ~ all enhanced by the seasoned shrimp.

This is another one we’re adding to our favorites!

All these light appetizers are getting me ready for summer! Aren’t you ready for some great weather? Bring on the sunshine!Spicy Tequila Shrimp Salsa in Wonton Cups | Inspiration Kitchen

Enjoy!

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Spicy Tequila Shrimp Salsa in Wonton Cups

A delicious, spicy Tequila Shrimp in jacked-up salsa with a dollop of cool sour cream! A great appetizer for a hot day!
Course: Appetizers
Author: Kristi

Ingredients

Wonton Cups

  • 24 wontons

Shrimp

  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • 4-5 teaspoons fresh lime juice
  • 2 teaspoons Tequila
  • 1 pound shrimp peeled, deveined, tails off

Salsa

  • 1 cup Roma tomatoes diced (about 2 quantity)
  • 1/4 cup onion chopped fine
  • 1 tablespoon jalapenos finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 avocado diced (about 1 quantity)
  • 1/4 cup cilantro chopped
  • 1/4 to 1/2 cup sour cream

Instructions

Wonton Cups

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Press a wonton into each mini muffin cup. Bake at 350 degrees for 8-10 minutes or until edges are golden brown.
  • Remove from oven and let cool.

Shrimp

  • Mix cayenne, chili powder, cumin, paprika, lime juice and Tequila together in a large Ziploc bag. Add shrimp. Place in refrigerator and let marinate at least 30 minutes or up to 4 hours.
  • Remove shrimp from marinade and discard marinade. Add a scant amount of oil to the pan and saute shrimp on medium to medium-high heat until done and shrimp are opaque and cooked through. Set aside.

Salsa

  • Mix all salsa ingredients together in a medium sized bowl.

Prep

  • Add a dollop of sour cream to the bottom of each wonton cup.
  • Top with a generous amount of salsa.
  • Finish by topping with one or two shrimp per wonton cup.
  • Serve!

Notes

*I used a mini muffin tin that had 24 muffin cups. You will need 24 shrimp. You will have shrimp left over if you use a pound of shrimp. Or, you can make more wonton cups!

Spicy Tequila Shrimp Salsa in Wonton Cups

 

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Comments

  1. Ashley @ Wishes & Dishes says

    March 17, 2014 at 11:14 am

    I have all the ingredients to make these!! Definitely trying!!

    Reply
    • Kristi says

      March 17, 2014 at 6:16 pm

      Thanks Ashley – you’ll love them and you’ll especially love how easy they are! Have a great week!

      Reply
  2. Juliana says

    March 17, 2014 at 12:35 pm

    These are so cute, I love using the wonton cups…they are sure very versatile. I like the idea of the salsa and the spicy shrimps on it…
    Great pictures Kristi…have a wonderful week ahead 😀

    Reply
    • Kristi says

      March 17, 2014 at 6:15 pm

      You’re right Juliana! I had no idea they were so versatile, but after making them, they are becoming a staple in my house! Have a wonderful Monday!

      Reply
  3. Cindy @ Pick Fresh Foods says

    March 17, 2014 at 5:50 pm

    Wow, Kristi these looks amazing!! I’ve never made wonton cups, but after seeing these I need to. Pinning!!!

    Reply
    • Kristi says

      March 17, 2014 at 6:15 pm

      Cindy, I was SO amazed at how easy they were! You just stuff them in the muffin cups and they’re done and ready in minutes. Then, you can stuff them with anything. So perfect for appetizers! Have a beautiful week!

      Reply
  4. Ruby @ The Ruby Red Apron says

    March 17, 2014 at 5:56 pm

    Yum! That shrimp sure looks good! Love this appetizer idea!

    Reply
    • Kristi says

      March 17, 2014 at 6:14 pm

      Thanks Ruby! It was so easy, but packs a ton of flavor! Have a wonderful week!

      Reply
  5. Kelly says

    March 18, 2014 at 1:44 am

    Love these wonton cups Krisiti – they look delicious! What a wonderful appetizer – that spicy tequila shrimp sounds so so good!

    Reply
    • Kristi says

      March 18, 2014 at 3:19 am

      Thanks Kelly – and they’re super easy too! Have a wonderful week!

      Reply
  6. Daniela @ FoodrecipesHQ says

    March 18, 2014 at 2:45 am

    When I read the title I thought “WOW”. Now I can also see the look of this fantastic recipe and I’m terribly hungry…

    Reply
    • Kristi says

      March 18, 2014 at 3:19 am

      Hahahaha! Thanks Daniela! So glad you liked it! Have a beautiful day!

      Reply
  7. Monica says

    March 18, 2014 at 3:46 am

    What an awesome appetizer – great idea for summer entertaining! I have to try this next time I have extra wonton wrappers…and you know if you buy wonton wrappers for something, you’re just bound to have extra you want to use up. Love that you can make the cups in advance. Thanks!

    Reply
    • Kristi says

      March 18, 2014 at 3:51 am

      Thanks Monica! That’s what I love about them too – they can be made in advance and they wait patiently until you fill them with something! I’ve been tossing around dessert ideas for them next! Have a great week!

      Reply
  8. Ashley | Spoonful of Flavor says

    March 18, 2014 at 5:59 am

    I love all of these delicious appetizer recipes. The spicy tequila shrimp sounds amazing!

    Reply
    • Kristi says

      March 18, 2014 at 4:35 pm

      Thanks Ashley – appetizers are my favorite!

      Reply
  9. marcie says

    March 18, 2014 at 7:34 am

    Yum, and double yum! I love how you’re always experimenting and making so many diverse dishes — these look delicious, and I would have a hard time walking away from them! Pinning. 🙂

    Reply
    • Kristi says

      March 18, 2014 at 4:35 pm

      Thanks for the pin Marcie! They are so easy and tasty, it’s hard to put them down and walk away!

      Reply
  10. Chris @ Shared Appetite says

    March 18, 2014 at 4:36 pm

    ::Palm to forehead::

    I never thought of making wontons into cups either!! So creative and such a great idea! This is such a great appetizer idea! Pinning!

    Reply
    • Kristi says

      March 18, 2014 at 4:53 pm

      Hahahaha! I sssooo understand that ‘palm to forehead’ thing. Me too! They are so darn easy and ready for you to stuff with anything fabulous to eat! Thank you for the pin!!!

      Reply
  11. Alyssa @ My Sequined Life says

    March 18, 2014 at 8:39 pm

    Oh these look so amazing!! I love making wonton cups, and that shrimp is to die for! And for me, salsa = the hotter, the better. 🙂 Awesome recipe Kristi, I’ll definitely be making these!

    Reply
    • Kristi says

      March 19, 2014 at 4:18 am

      I’m so glad you like them Alyssa! I’m with you – the hotter the salsa the better! Have a great week!

      Reply
  12. Johlene says

    March 19, 2014 at 12:45 am

    Love love this idea! Perfect snack food but oh so stylish… I need to remember this recipe! XX

    Reply
    • Kristi says

      March 19, 2014 at 4:19 am

      Thanks Johlene! It’s easy too. BONUS! Have a great day!

      Reply
  13. Ashley says

    March 19, 2014 at 11:57 am

    Wonton cups are such a great idea for an appetizer! I really need to try them out … plus they are so cute too! I’m weird and don’t like shrimp but you have the wheels turning in my head for other wonton cup ideas! haha

    Reply
    • Kristi says

      March 19, 2014 at 5:42 pm

      Oh yeah! You can fill them with anything! Have a wonderful week Ashley!

      Reply
  14. Mary Frances says

    March 19, 2014 at 1:42 pm

    These look so elegant! If you served them at a party people would think you slaved over them!

    Reply
    • Kristi says

      March 19, 2014 at 5:43 pm

      Thanks Mary Frances! What a nice compliment! They’re so easy!

      Reply
  15. Lindsey @ American Heritage Cooking says

    March 19, 2014 at 6:24 pm

    I second that, Mary Frances! They are so elegant. I am LOVING how easy they are! I agree with you that adding tequila to the name was imperative – after all, is it really a party without some tequila? 😉

    Pinned!

    Reply
    • Kristi says

      March 19, 2014 at 6:35 pm

      Thanks for the pin Lindsey! I LOL’d at the tequila comment! You’re right – it is sssooo not a party without Tequila! Hahaha! Have a GREAT week!

      Reply
      • Lindsey @ American Heritage Cooking says

        March 19, 2014 at 7:24 pm

        You are welcome! Have a great week too!

        ps- sometimes I feel like there needs to be a new acronym “ALOL” for “Actually Laughed out Loud”. maybe that’s just me.

        Reply
        • Kristi says

          March 19, 2014 at 7:40 pm

          I absolutely LOVE that new acronym!!! And you’re right – there is a designation and new need for it! Just so you know, I did ALOL! Hahahahaha! To bad you can’t hear it through this computer screen! 🙂

          Reply
  16. Christin@SpicySouthernKitchen says

    March 20, 2014 at 5:33 am

    Oh boy do these look good! Finger foods are the best and I love me some shrimp 🙂

    Reply
    • Kristi says

      March 20, 2014 at 5:38 am

      I’m with you Christin! Have a great week!

      Reply
  17. Bianca @ Confessions of a Chocoholic says

    March 20, 2014 at 8:19 am

    I love wonton appetizers. What a great idea!

    Reply
    • Kristi says

      March 20, 2014 at 4:37 pm

      Thanks Bianca! I love them too! Have a great week!

      Reply
  18. Consuelo @ Honey & Figs says

    March 20, 2014 at 9:15 am

    I have to jump on this wonton cups bandwagon asap – these look delish! And they’re like the most adorable appetizer ever, I love them : )

    Reply
    • Kristi says

      March 20, 2014 at 4:38 pm

      They are the best thing since cheesecake! Ok, so we both know that’s not true :-)! But, they are a brilliant idea for appetizers! Hahahaha!

      Reply
  19. Shelley @ Two Healthy Kitchens says

    March 20, 2014 at 9:34 am

    These are so awesome! You know I’m totally all about quick and easy (and make-ahead steps!) … but then you throw in “spicy hot, jacked-up salsa” and then some tequila shrimp … my, oh, my! This is killer-good stuff! Bring on summer … I need to make these and throw a party! 😀

    Reply
    • Kristi says

      March 20, 2014 at 4:39 pm

      Yes – I’m coming over! Hahahaha! Expect me there. I’m bringing it!

      Reply
  20. Serene@HouseofYumm says

    March 20, 2014 at 9:41 am

    This looks and sounds amazing!! All the flavors with the shrimp. And how cute to put it in the wontons 🙂 Love that! Pinning this!

    Reply
    • Kristi says

      March 20, 2014 at 4:40 pm

      Thanks for the pin Serene! You will love them – I hope you give them a try! Have a beautiful week!

      Reply
  21. Chelsea @chelseasmessyapron says

    March 20, 2014 at 4:25 pm

    These are the cutest appetizers! Love it! Pinned 🙂

    Reply
    • Kristi says

      March 20, 2014 at 4:42 pm

      Thanks for the pin Chelsea! Appetizers are my all-time go-to favorite! I hope you have a beautiful week!

      Reply
  22. Renee@Two in the Kitchen says

    March 20, 2014 at 6:25 pm

    seriously Kristi, I love all your flavorful dishes! These shrimp/wonton appetizers are calling my name!!

    Reply
    • Kristi says

      March 20, 2014 at 6:34 pm

      Thanks Renee! We need to eat together! We love the same food! 🙂

      Reply
  23. Sarah & Arkadi says

    March 23, 2014 at 7:01 pm

    wow! such a great idea for wonton wrappers!

    Reply
    • Kristi says

      March 23, 2014 at 8:29 pm

      Thank you! Have a wonderful week!

      Reply
  24. Chinu says

    April 19, 2014 at 7:56 pm

    Hi!
    I got so excited after seeing this recipe because I’m throwing a party for my son this coming Sat for al most 25 people. Last couple of days I’m trying to make some sample before the party so I can be very sure what I’m doing. But I am afraid my wonton sheets are not baking properly. Some areas become nice and crispy but some like half baked. I tried with three different wonton wrappers and also tried with spraying the pan but always the same unsatified result. Please advise. I really want to make this perfectly so I can impress my guest. I would really appreciate any advise you may have.

    Reply
    • Kristi says

      April 20, 2014 at 5:36 am

      Hi Chinu! A few suggestions. Wonton wrappers are very, very thin, so be sure that you only have one wonton in each muffin cup. Also, does your oven heat with even temperature? I’ve made these several times, and never had a problem with them baking properly. Also, be sure not to prep the entire dish in advance :-). You can bake the wonton cups ahead of time, but you’ll want to prep and fill them right before serving. I hope this helps – if not, let me know and I’ll try them to see what results I get again…although I’ve made them several times, I’d like to see if I can duplicate the results you’re getting. If you want, send me a private email and send me a picture! That would be really helpful! 🙂

      Reply
    • Chinu says

      May 2, 2014 at 3:31 pm

      Thank u so much for your reply. It was very nice of u taking your time for me. I used the Phillo sheets to make my cups for the party. It worked fine and every one loved them. But I will surely try again with wonton sheet. Now I’m not sure about my oven because I’ve a pretty new oven and everything else seems working fine. I’m going to keep trying and I’ll keep u informed.
      Many thanks

      Reply
      • Kristi says

        May 3, 2014 at 5:33 am

        Thanks Chinu! So glad your party worked out. I’m happy to help with any questions you have!

        Reply

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