Cajun Appetizer: Spicy Shrimp Wonton Cups

It’s hard to imagine a bad way to serve shrimp, and this Cajun appetizer is definitely one of the best!

Layers of crispy, flaky, wonton wrappers hold a delicious combination of baby spinach leaves, sour cream, and baked, Cajun-seasoned shrimp.

These things are insanely good.

Shrimp as an Appetizer: Perfect for Parties

If you’re planning a party (or even a small gathering), shrimp in wonton cups is a perfect appetizer.

Each one has only 106 calories, so they are particularly great for those wanting to make healthy choices.

They are easy to make, and their spicy flavor will wow your guests.

Make this shrimp wonton recipe for summertime gatherings, pool parties, and holidays like the 4th of July.

They’re even great to serve for Super Bowl parties or anytime you just want to kick back and watch the game with some good food.

Of course, you could make these yummy Cajun appetizers simply because you like shrimp. (And if that’s you, be sure to try our Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Shrimp Skewers recipe too…)

Or because it is the middle of winter and you want to pretend that you are sitting on a sunny beach somewhere, enjoying fresh seafood.

If that’s the case, why not whip up some Frozen Pineapple Mango Vodka Slush and make it a “Summer in Winter” party?

Invite your friends. Swimsuits are optional.

Ingredients Needed for Cajun Shrimp Cups

This recipe makes 12 individual shrimp wonton cups.

But if you make these for friends and family, you’ll definitely want to multiply the recipe.

A lot of people will want to eat more than one unless you are serving quite a few different appetizers.

• Wonton wrappers – Egg roll wrappers cut into 4 work also
• Olive oil spray
• Cajun seasoning
• 12 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 lime
• Baby spinach leaves
• 3 tablespoons light sour cream
• 1 teaspoon fresh lime juice
• Lemon zest, separated

How to Make It

Heat oven to 350 degrees F.

Using a mini muffin pan, press the wonton wrappers down into the cups.

Make sure they go to the bottom of the pan and then push back the corners.

Cook for 8 mins until browned. Cool on a wire rack.

Zest the lime and set aside.

Mix the Cajun seasoning, shrimp and lime zest in a small mixing bowl.

Once well coated, lay out on a baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes until shrimp are cooked through.

In a small bowl, stir the sour cream, lime juice, and zest together.

Place 1-2 baby spinach leaves in each wonton cup.

Add a small dollop of the sour cream mixture in each cup and top with a single cooked shrimp.

That’s it! This Cajun appetizer is easy to make, looks impressive, and tastes delicious.

More yummy apps!

When you’re hosting an event and need to serve a variety of appetizers, check out some of these delicious recipes!

Easy Cranberry Brie Bites

Goat Cheese Logs (perfect on your cheese board)

Gochujan Glazed Grilled Bacon Wrapped Asparagus

Loaded Baked Potato Footballs

Roasted Artichoke and Mozzarella Salad

Southwestern Grilled Jalapeno Poppers

Cajun Appetizer: Spicy Shrimp Wonton Cups

Jennifer Quisenberry

Our Cajun Shrimp Wonton Cups Appetizer Recipe is absolutely perfect for parties. Each one has only 106 calories, so they are particularly great for those wanting to make healthy choices. They are easy to make, and their spicy flavor is absolutely delicious.

5 from 1 vote

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 20 minutes mins

Course Appetizer, Snack

Cuisine American, Cajun

Servings 12

Calories 106 kcal

Equipment

• 1 Mini Muffin Pan
• 1 Wire Rack
• 1 Mixing Bowl
• 1 Zester
• 1 Baking Sheet
• 1 Spoon

Ingredients

  

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• Wonton Wrappers
• Olive Oil Spray
• Cajun Seasoning to taste
• 12 large Shrimp Peeled and De-veined
• 1 Lime
• 24 Baby Spinach Leaves
• 3 tablespoon Light Sour Cream
• 1 teaspoon Fresh Lime Juice
• Lime Zest Separated

Instructions

 

• Heat oven to 350 degrees F.
• Using a mini muffin pan, spray the pan with olive oil and press the wonton wrappers down into the cups. Make sure they go to the bottom of the pan and then push back the corners.
  Wonton Wrappers, Olive Oil Spray
• Cook for 8 mins until browned. Cool on wire rack.
• Zest the lime and set aside for serving.
  1 Lime
• Mix the Cajun seasoning, shrimp and lime zest in a small mixing bowl. Once well coated lay out on a baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes until shrimp are cooked through.
  Cajun Seasoning, 12 large Shrimp, Lime Zest
• In a small bowl, stir the sour cream, lime juice, and zest together.
  3 tablespoon Light Sour Cream, 1 teaspoon Fresh Lime Juice
• Place 1-2 baby spinach leaves in each wonton cup. Add a small dollop of the sour cream mixture in each cup and top with a single cooked shrimp.
  24 Baby Spinach Leaves

Notes

Please note that nutrition facts are subject to change based on your choice of ingredients.

If you don’t have Wonton Wrappers, Egg Roll Wrappers cut into quarters work too.

Nutrition

Calories: 106kcal

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Jennifer Quisenberry

Hi, I’m Jennifer. I love to cook and entertain. I have a lot of fun sharing traditional food and drink recipes as well as putting a new spin on the classics. I strive to provide easy to make recipes that are perfect for the home cook, bartender and entertainer.

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