Shellfish
Marinated Shrimp with Pickled Watermelon Rind
Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less but requires additional unattended time.
Miniature Crab Cakes with Mustard Mayonnaise
For a particularly light and crunchy coating we used panko (coarse Japanese bread crumbs) on these crab cakes rather than regular bread crumbs. Panko is increasingly available in this country, not only in Asian markets but also in seafood shops.
Coconut Curry Scallop, Kumquat, and Asian Pear Canapes
Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less but requires additional unattended time.
Crab, Chili, and Avocado Tostaditos
Mini-tostadas are a popular Mexican bocadito, or finger food. Cotija is a crumbly white cheese sold at Latin markets and some supermarkets (feta cheese can be substituted.)