These Garlic Shrimp in a Blanket are a delicious appetizer featuring juicy marinated shrimp wrapped in flaky crescent dough and baked until golden and crispy. The shrimp are seasoned with garlic, smoked paprika, and oyster sauce, creating a bold, savory flavor that pairs perfectly with a creamy dipping sauce.
This easy recipe is perfect for parties, family gatherings, or game-day snacks. Serve them warm with the tangy mustard dipping sauce for a bite-sized appetizer everyone will love.
Prep Time
15 minutes
Marinate Time
1 hour
Cook Time
20 minutes
Total Time
1 hour 35 minutes
Servings
12 appetizers
Ingredients
For the Shrimp
- 12 large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4–6 garlic cloves, finely crushed
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ¼ teaspoon hot sauce (optional)
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ⅛ teaspoon kosher salt
For the Dough
- 1 can crescent roll dough (8 oz)
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon water
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
For the Dipping Sauce
- ⅓ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons mustard
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- ½ teaspoon hot sauce
Instructions
1. Marinate the Shrimp
In a bowl, combine the shrimp with garlic, oyster sauce, smoked paprika, hot sauce, black pepper, and salt. Toss well to coat evenly.
Cover and refrigerate for about 1 hour to allow the flavors to develop.
2. Prepare the Dough
Keep the crescent dough rolled into its rectangular shape. Slice the dough in half lengthwise, then roll each half into a 5 × 9 inch rectangle.
Cut the dough into 12 strips.
3. Wrap the Shrimp
Place one shrimp on each dough strip. Fold the ends of the dough over the shrimp and roll it up gently. Place each roll seam-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
4. Brush and Bake
In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and water to make an egg wash.
Brush the tops of the rolls with the egg wash and sprinkle sesame seeds over them.
Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for about 18–20 minutes, or until the rolls are golden brown.
5. Prepare the Dipping Sauce
In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise, mustard, rice vinegar, and hot sauce until smooth.
6. Serve
Serve the garlic shrimp rolls warm with the dipping sauce on the side.
Nutrition (Approximate per serving)
Calories: ~180 kcal
Protein: ~10 g
💡 Recipe Tip
For extra flavor, sprinkle a little chopped green onions or parsley over the shrimp rolls just before serving.
