5 Layer Seafood Appetizer Recipe

Wow your guests with this stunning 5-layer seafood appetizer! Perfect for cocktail parties or game day gatherings, this recipe features fresh shrimp or crab (your choice!) layered with vibrant flavors and textures. Prepare each layer ahead of time for easy assembly – ideal for busy schedules. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 103 kcal
Protein 21g
Rating 4.8 (14 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for 5 Layer Seafood Appetizer

  • 1 (8 ounce) package Fat Free Cream Cheese, softened
  • Horseradish
  • Worcestershire Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Light Mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
  • 1/2 cup Heinz Chili Sauce
  • Green Onion
  • 1 medium Cucumber
  • 1 pound Shrimp
  • 1/2 cup shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese
  • 1-2 tablespoons finely chopped Jalapeno Pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped red onion

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How to Make 5 Layer Seafood Appetizer

  1. Boil 1 pound of shrimp until pink (approximately 3-5 minutes).
  2. Drain shrimp and set aside to cool.
  3. **Bottom Layer:** In a medium bowl, combine 1 (8 ounce) package of cream cheese, softened, 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Spread evenly in a shallow, round serving dish (approximately 9-inch diameter).
  4. **Second Layer:** Spread 1/2 cup of your favorite chili sauce evenly over the cream cheese mixture.
  5. **Third Layer:** Press 1 medium cucumber using paper towels to remove excess moisture. Thinly slice the cucumber and 1/2 cup of finely chopped red onion. Sprinkle evenly over the chili sauce.
  6. **Fourth Layer:** Arrange the cooked shrimp over the cucumber and onion layer.
  7. **Fifth Layer:** Sprinkle 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese and 1-2 tablespoons of finely chopped jalapeño peppers (adjust to taste) over the shrimp.
  8. Cover with plastic wrap and chill for at least 30 minutes before serving. Chilling allows flavors to meld.
  9. Serve with your favorite crackers and a spreading knife.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

33 g

Sugar

18g

Fat

3g

Carbs

2g

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