Shrimp Toast
Shrimp toast is a flavorful appetizer combining influences from both Chinese and American cuisines. A Chinese dim sum classic, seasoned shrimp is spread onto slices of white bread, which is then fried until perfectly golden and crispy.
- Prep time
- 14 min
- Cook time
- 31 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 250 g raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/2 tsp ginger, grated
- 1/2 tsp soy sauce
- 1/2 tsp sugar
- 1/4 tsp sesame oil
- 2 tsp cornstarch
- 1 egg white
- 2 tbsp scallions, chopped
- 7 -8 slices of white bread
- Toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- 1
In a food processor, combine together the raw shrimp, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, sugar, sesame oil, cornstarch, and egg white. Process until smooth.
- 2
Scoop out the shrimp paste from the food processor. Combine the paste with the chopped scallions and mix until well combined.
- 3
Spread the shrimp paste onto slices of white bread. Pack the toast shrimp-side down onto sesame seeds to coat it completely.
- 4
Shallow fry the toasts shrimp-side down for 2-3 minutes until golden. Flip them over, then cook for an additional 1 minute until golden browned.
- 5
Drain on a wire rack and let cool slightly. Cut into triangles and optionally serve with sweet chili sauce as the dip. Enjoy!