Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: none
Servings: 2
Mexican-Style Chipotle Shrimp Open-Faced Sandwich
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Make mealtime special with this Mexican-Style Chipotle Shrimp Open-Faced Sandwich. Chipotle-marinated shrimp add distinctive smoky flair that pairs perfectly with the cream cheese and salsa spread. Everything is layered on hearty Dempster’s® 100% Whole Whole Grain Multigrain Bread for a satisfying combination of textures and flavours.
Make mealtime special with this Mexican-Style Chipotle Shrimp Open-Faced Sandwich. Chipotle-marinated shrimp add distinctive smoky flair that pairs perfectly with the cream cheese and salsa spread. Everything is layered on hearty Dempster’s® 100% Whole Whole Grain Multigrain Bread for a satisfying combination of textures and flavours.
Ingredients
Sandwich:
- 2 slices Dempster’s® 100% Whole Whole Grain Multigrain Bread
- 8 grilled tiger shrimp (26-30 count), divided
Marinade:
- 1 clove garlic, chopped
- 1 tsp. chipotle pepper in adobo sauce
- 1 tsp. fresh lime juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 tbs. light cream cheese, divided
- 2 tbs. bottled salsa (as hot as you like)
- 2 tsp. red bell pepper, finely diced
- 2 tsp. fresh cilantro, chopped
Directions
- Combine all marinade ingredients in a medium-sized bowl.
- Add whole shrimp and marinate for 10-15 minutes.
- Preheat the grill pan or BBQ to medium-high temperature.
- Grill shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side or until firm and dark pink; then set aside (Remove tails and discard).
- Combine cream cheese and salsa until evenly blended.
- Place two slices of bread on a cutting board.
- Divide the cream cheese salsa mixture evenly between each slice and spread evenly.
- Top with 4 shrimp per slice; then sprinkle with diced bell pepper and fresh cilantro.
Tips: Vegetarians can enjoy this sandwich without shrimp.
