Curried Phyllo Shrimp

Number of Servings: 
30
Ingredients: 
1/2 cup olive oil
1/2 cup onions, finely chopped
1/2 cup green bell peppers, seeded and finely chopped
1/2 cup carrots, shredded
1 cup canned, diced tomatoes, drained
1 pound fresh shrimp, peeled, deveined and diced
4 tablespoons parsley, chopped
2 teaspoons curry powder
2 teaspoons ground turmeric
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons butter
20 sheets Athens® Fillo Dough (9”x14”), thawed
Instructions: 

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In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium heat. Add onions, peppers, carrots, diced tomatoes and shrimp and cook for 3 - 5 minutes or until shrimp turns pink and vegetables are tender. Add parsley, curry powder, turmeric and salt & pepper to taste.

In a small saucepan, melt the butter with 2 tablespoons oil over medium heat. Layer 4 fillo sheets, brushing each with the butter-oil mixture. Cut six, 4-inch squares from fillo stack.

Place 3 teaspoons of filling in the center of the square. Brush fillo from edge of filling to each point of square lightly with water. Gather points of square and pinch together just above filling. Brush pouch with butter-oil mixture. Repeat process 4 more times to make 30 pouches. Place filled pouches at least 1" apart on ungreased cookie sheet or baking pan. Bake in preheated 350ºF oven for about 12 - 15 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm.

Source: Athens Foods

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  • I am finally convinced that the cholesterol found in shrimp isn’t going to raise my blood cholesterol and may actually decrease my risk of heart disease.  Are there any other nutrients found in shrimp that can make me healthier?
    Happy Holidays!
    Ralph C.

We already know that shrimp is low in fat and calories. But if you are concerned about cholesterol, there is good news. You do not have to give up shrimp! Research shows and dietitians concur that the high percentage of "good fats" in shrimp reduces the impact of cholesterol. So enjoy shrimp as part of a balanced - and delicious - diet.