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Shrimp Pinwheels

Shrimp Pinwheels are elegant, bite-sized appetizers that combine creamy cheese, fresh herbs, and tender shrimp rolled in soft Armenian crackerbread. Each slice is a perfect swirl of flavor — light, tangy, and sophisticated enough for parties, yet simple enough to prepare anytime.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 day
Chill Time 1 day
Servings: 20 people
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 30
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 Cutting board for chopping shrimp (if needed), pimentos, and romaine.
  • 1 Sharp knife for finely chopping shrimp and slicing pimentos.
  • 1 Mixing bowls one small bowl for cheese mixture, one for mixing shrimp.
  • 1 Spatula or spoon for spreading the cheese mixture evenly on the crackerbread.
  • 1 Measuring spoons for dill and horseradish.
  • Plastic wrap to wrap the roll tightly for chilling.
  • Serving knife for slicing the pinwheels into ¾-inch pieces.
  • Serving platter or plates to present the pinwheels beautifully.

Method
 

  1. Soften the bread:Moisten the crackerbread on both sides by holding it briefly under cold running water. Place it between damp towels, cover with plastic wrap, and let stand for about 1 hour or until softened and flexible.
    Prepare the filling:In a small bowl, beat together Neufchâtel cheese, dill, and horseradish until smooth. Drain the shrimp, chop finely, and mix into the cheese blend.
    Assemble the roll:Spread the shrimp and cheese mixture evenly over the crackerbread, leaving a small border at the edges. Sprinkle with sliced pimentos.
    Add the greens:Arrange romaine leaves over the filling in an even layer.
    Roll and chill:Roll the bread tightly, jelly-roll style. Press to seal. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or up to 24 hours) to set.
    Slice and serve:Cut the chilled roll into ¾-inch thick slices. Serve cold and enjoy!

Notes

Calories: 30
Fat: 1.3 g
Saturated Fat: 0.7 g
Cholesterol: 20 mg
Sodium: 66 mg