Molded Shrimp Spread Appetizer Recipe

Name: Molded Shrimp Spread Appetizer
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb shrimp, fresh,peeled; 1 envelope unflavored gelatin powder; ½ cup water, from cooking shrimp; 8 ounces fat free cream cheese; 8 ounces fat-free thousand island salad dressing; 1 teaspoon lemon juice; 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce; 2 tablespoons grated onions, including juice from grating; 1 tablespoon grated red bell pepper; ½ cup finely minced celery; 3 -5 drops hot sauce (optional)

Servings: persons

1 lb shrimp, fresh,peeled
1 envelope unflavored gelatin powder
½ cup water, from cooking shrimp
8 ounces fat free cream cheese
8 ounces fat-free thousand island salad dressing
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons grated onions, including juice from grating
1 tablespoon grated red bell pepper
½ cup finely minced celery
3 -5 drops hot sauce (optional)

1
Spray a 1-quart or several smaller molds with non-stick cooking spray.
2
Bring 3 cups water to boil.
3
Add peeled shrimp and simmer just until shrimp turn pink.
4
Drain, reserving 1/2 cup water.
5
Cool shrimp and finely dice.
6
Set aside.
7
Finely dice celery; grate onion and bell pepper.
8
In glass bowl, add 1/4 cup reserved shrimp cooking liquid, gelatin and cream cheese.
9
Microwave on medium-high about 1 minute.
10
Stir.
11
Repeat microwave process again for 1 more minute.
12
Stir.
13
Watch carefully and stop microwave process when cream cheese is almost, but not quite, melted as you do not want to cook it- just melt it.
14
Add remaining 1/4 cup of reserved shrimp cooking liquid and stir to make creamy mixture.
15
Cool.
16
Add shrimp and remaining ingredients to cheese mixture.
17
Stir to mix well.
18
Pour into prepared molds and refrigerate several hours until set- at least 2 hours for 1-quart mold.
19
It can be refrigerated for up to 2-3 days before serving.
20
To serve, loosen edges of mold with a knife.
21
Unmold onto a plate lined with lettuce leaves.
22
Surround with assorted crackers and a knife for spreading.
23
Or serve crackers in separate basket.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb shrimp, fresh,peeled, 1 envelope unflavored gelatin powder, ½ cup water, from cooking shrimp, 8 ounces fat free cream cheese, and more.

Yes, Molded Shrimp Spread Appetizer falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Molded Shrimp Spread Appetizer

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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