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Spicy Shrimp Cucumber Sushi Boats Recipe

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  • Author: Aiko
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Japanese-inspired
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Description

Spicy Shrimp Cucumber Sushi Boats are a fresh and healthy appetizer or light meal featuring crisp cucumbers filled with a creamy, spicy shrimp mixture. This easy no-cook recipe combines cooked shrimp with mayonnaise, sriracha, sesame oil, and green onions, topped with crunchy sesame seeds and optional garnishes like avocado and radish slices—perfect for a quick, refreshing, and flavorful dish.

Ingredients

Scale

Vegetables

  • 2 large cucumbers
  • 1 tablespoon green onions, finely sliced
  • Optional garnishes: avocado, radish slices, cilantro

Protein & Sauce

  • 1 pound cooked shrimp, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise (preferably Kewpie)
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha (adjust to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil

Seasoning

  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
  • Salt, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the cucumber boats: Slice the cucumbers in half lengthwise. Use a spoon to carefully scoop out the seeds, creating hollow boat-shaped cucumber halves. Set them aside for filling.
  2. Make the spicy shrimp mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped cooked shrimp with mayonnaise, sriracha, sesame oil, and a pinch of salt. Stir well until the ingredients are evenly blended into a creamy, spicy mixture.
  3. Add green onions: Gently fold in the finely sliced green onions into the shrimp mixture to add a fresh, mild onion flavor and crunchy texture.
  4. Fill the cucumber boats: Spoon the prepared spicy shrimp mixture generously into each hollowed cucumber half, filling them completely for a satisfying bite.
  5. Garnish: Sprinkle sesame seeds on top of the filled cucumber boats to add a nutty crunch. Optionally, add extra green onions, avocado slices, or radish slices for enhanced flavor and presentation.
  6. Serve: Serve the spicy shrimp cucumber sushi boats immediately to enjoy their fresh, vibrant, and spicy flavors at their best.

Notes

  • Use cooked shrimp to save time and avoid overcooking.
  • Adjust the amount of sriracha to control the spice level based on your preference.
  • For extra creaminess, use Kewpie mayonnaise, but regular mayonnaise works as well.
  • These sushi boats are best served fresh to maintain cucumber crispness.
  • Optional garnishes like avocado or radish add color and texture but are not necessary.
  • Can be made ahead but fill cucumbers just before serving to avoid sogginess.

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