New Years Eve Hors D'oeuvre Recipes

With New Years Eve only a day away, we put together a list of the top three appetizer recipes for all our last minute chefs out there. These are perfect whether you are entertaining a large group or simply bringing a dish to a friends celebration, and they are all quick and easy to boot!

 

Chipotle Lime Shrimp

• 12 large, raw, peeled and deveined shrimp
• 2 Tbsp olive oil
• 1 teaspoon lime granules
• Juice from one lime
• 1/4 teaspoon chipotle powder
• Skewers

1 Preheat the oven to 450.

2 In a small bowl, combine the lime juice, lime granules, olive oil and chipotle powder. Coat the shrimp in this mixture.
3 Thread the shrimp onto skewers and bake for 10-12 minutes, until the shrimp is pink.

 

Crab Dip Recipe

• 1/2 cup mayonaise
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1 cup cooked crab meat
• 2 Tbsp minced red onion
• 1/2 teaspoon dried dill
• 1 teaspoon granulated lemon peel
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoons of dry white wine
• 1/2 teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce
• Salt and pepper to taste

1 Combine all ingredients except the crab meat and salt and pepper in a medium bowl.
2 Fold in the crab meat and season with salt and pepper to taste.
3 Chill before serving with crackers, toasted pita wedges, veggies or all three.

 

Curried Deviled Eggs

• 1 dozen eggs
• 2 teaspoons dijon mustard
• 1/3 cup mayonnaise
• 1 Tbsp minced onion or shallot
• 1 teaspoon curry powder
• Salt and pepper
• Paprika

1 Fill a large saucepan half-way with water and gently place the eggs in. Be sure the eggs are covered by at least an inch of water. Bring the water to a boil. Cover and remove from heat. Let sit covered for 12-15 minutes. Drain the pan and run cold water over the eggs. Let sit for a few minutes before peeling the eggs.
2 Slice each egg in half lengthwise and remove the yolk, placing the yolks in a small bowl and the egg white halves on a platter
3 Using a fork, mash the yolks and add mustard, mayonnaise, onion, curry powder, and a sprinkling of salt and pepper. Spoon egg yolk mixture into the egg white halves. Sprinkle with paprika.



And there you have it...three quick yet delicious recipes that should make you a hit at any New Years Eve party but won't have you spending the last day of 2011 slaving in the kitchen. Enjoy and Happy New Year from Spice Specialist.