Flaky pockets filled with shrimp, avocado, cheddar—savory and irresistible. Perfect for starters or light bites.
# What You Need:
→ Seafood & Dairy
01 - 8 ounces medium shrimp, peeled, deveined, and chopped
02 - 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
→ Vegetables
03 - 1 large ripe avocado, diced
04 - 2 spring onions, finely chopped
05 - 1 small clove garlic, minced
06 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
07 - Juice of 1 lime
→ Pastry
08 - 1 sheet puff pastry (about 9 ounces), thawed
→ Seasonings
09 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
10 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
11 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
→ Other
12 - 1 large egg, beaten
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, gently combine the chopped shrimp, diced avocado, shredded cheddar cheese, spring onions, minced garlic, chopped cilantro, lime juice, smoked paprika, ground black pepper, and salt until evenly distributed.
03 - On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry sheet and cut into 8 equal rectangles, each approximately 4 x 5 inches.
04 - Spoon 2 to 3 tablespoons of the filling into the center of each pastry rectangle.
05 - Fold each rectangle over the filling to create a pocket; use a fork to press and seal the edges firmly.
06 - Arrange pastry pockets on the prepared baking sheet and brush the tops with the beaten egg.
07 - Place in the oven and bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until puffed and golden brown.
08 - Allow pockets to cool slightly before serving warm.
