Description
Crispy shrimp toast is a delicious Asian appetizer featuring a flavorful shrimp paste spread on white bread triangles, pan-fried until golden and crunchy. This quick and easy recipe combines fresh shrimp with aromatic seasonings, making it a perfect starter or snack served warm with dipping sauces.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp Paste
- 8 oz raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ginger, grated
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 egg white
Bread and Frying
- 4 slices white bread, crusts removed
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Prepare Shrimp Paste: In a food processor, combine raw shrimp, green onions, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, and egg white. Pulse until a coarse paste forms, ensuring the mixture is evenly blended but still has some texture.
- Spread Mixture on Bread: Evenly spread the shrimp paste over one side of each slice of white bread, making sure to cover the surface for good flavor and texture.
- Slice Bread: Cut each slice of bread into 4 triangles, creating bite-sized pieces perfect for frying and serving.
- Heat Oil: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat until it reaches about 350°F (175°C), suitable for frying the toast to a crispy golden brown.
- Fry Shrimp Toast: Carefully place the shrimp toast triangles shrimp-side down into the hot oil. Fry each side for approximately 2-3 minutes, or until both sides are golden and the shrimp is cooked through.
- Drain Excess Oil: Remove the fried shrimp toast from the oil and drain on paper towels to absorb any excess oil and maintain crispiness.
- Serve: Serve the shrimp toast warm with sweet chili sauce or soy sauce for dipping to enhance the flavor.
Notes
- Ensure the shrimp paste is not too smooth to retain texture and bite.
- Keep the oil temperature steady to avoid greasy or undercooked toast.
- You can substitute white bread with brioche or sandwich bread for a richer flavor.
- Serve immediately for the best crispy texture.
- Use fresh shrimp for optimal flavor and safety.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
