Description
This shrimp toast recipe delivers a perfect combination of crunchy toasted bread topped with a flavorful shrimp mixture infused with garlic, ginger, and sesame. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s an easy, impressive appetizer perfect for parties or quick snacks that everyone will love.
Ingredients
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Shrimp Mixture
- 8 oz fresh peeled and deveined shrimp
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 egg white
Assembly and Frying
- 4 slices white sandwich bread or brioche
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
- Oil for frying (canola or vegetable oil)
Instructions
- Prepare the Shrimp Mixture: Finely chop the fresh shrimp in a food processor or by hand until it forms a coarse paste. Mix in minced garlic, grated ginger, chopped green onions, soy sauce, and egg white until all ingredients are well combined into a sticky, flavorful paste.
- Assemble the Toast: Cut the bread slices into triangles or squares according to your preference. Spread a thick layer of the shrimp mixture evenly on one side of each bread piece. Generously sprinkle sesame seeds over the shrimp topping to add crunch and flavor.
- Fry to Crispy Perfection: Heat oil in a shallow pan over medium heat. Carefully place the shrimp-topped bread into the oil, shrimp side down first, and fry for 2-3 minutes until golden brown. Flip the pieces and cook the other side for another 1-2 minutes. Drain on paper towels to remove excess oil before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh or properly thawed shrimp for the best texture.
- Fry in batches to avoid overcrowding and maintain oil temperature.
- Remove crusts and pat bread dry to reduce sogginess.
- Chop shrimp evenly for a smooth texture in the topping.
- Maintain medium oil heat to prevent burning while achieving crispiness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pieces
- Calories: 200 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg