Naughty and Nice Popcorn Fish

Posted by Sarah on December 8th, 2010 at 11:34am

So I don’t know about you guys but I’m pretty bogged down with all this holiday preparation, so much to do; present shopping, wrapping, planning party menus for both upcoming holidays. Even if you’re just going to a party, the typical thing to do is bring something. That’s why I just love when I come across easy-to-make and budget friendly recipes. Like this one below!

If you’re looking for a tasty way to surprise your party-goers with an easy seafood recipe, this adorable Naughty and Nice Popcorn Fish is perfect. It’s a great appetizer for Christmas or definitely for New Years! Whether you’ve been naughty or nice this year, I guarantee you’ll love this simple, yummy appetizer recipe.

Naughty and Nice Popcorn Fish

Makes: 25 appetizers

What you need:

• 1 package (22 oz) SeaPak Popcorn Fish, frozen

For Naughty Sauce:

• 1 roasted red bell pepper
• 2/3 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons mild Asian chili sauce or 1-2 tablespoons hot Asian chili sauce

For Nice Sauce:

• ½ cup Basil Pesto Sauce
• 1 cup cream (add more for thinner sauce)
• 2 tablespoons honey

How to make:

1. Preheat oven 450 degrees F.
2. Bake shrimp according to package instructions.
3. Place roasted red bell pepper, mayonnaise and chili sauce into blender.
4. Mix on low until fully blended. Pour into serving dish.
5. Place pesto, cream and honey in a bowl and stir until fully incorporated.
6. Pour into serving dish. Serve immediately.
7. Sauces can be made a day ahead and stored in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

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Check this out! We just announced this week a fun new giveaway we have with SeaPak Shrimp Company, so be sure to enter to get your chance to win. Also since I can’t get enough of delicious and easy appetizers, I suggest making these Holiday Meatballs or Beer Battered Shrimp.

Have a great day!

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