Asian Shrimp Toast

These golden, crispy shrimp toasts are the perfect Asian-inspired appetizer that transforms simple ingredients into an elegant crowd-pleaser. With a savory shrimp paste spread on bread triangles, coated in breadcrumbs and fried to perfection, they deliver restaurant-quality flavor with minimal effort.

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Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: Chinese

Keyword: Shrimp

Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 10

Total Time: 25

Servings:

Calories: 285kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

½ lb shrimp peeled and deveined
1 egg
Pinch of salt
2 scallions finely chopped
5 slices white bread crusts removed, cut into triangles
1 cup breadcrumbs
Oil for frying

Instructions

Process shrimp, egg, and salt in a food processor until mostly smooth.
Add scallions and pulse until incorporated into the shrimp mixture.
Spread the shrimp mixture evenly on bread triangles.
Dip each piece in breadcrumbs, coating both sides thoroughly.
Heat oil to medium-high heat in a large skillet or deep fryer.
Fry the shrimp toast until golden brown on both sides, about 2-3 minutes per side.
Remove and drain on paper towels.
Serve immediately while warm.

Notes

Pat shrimp completely dry before processing to prevent watery mixture

Day-old bread works better as it's less likely to fall apart during frying

Can substitute panko breadcrumbs for extra crunch

Oil temperature should be around 350°F for ideal frying

Make shrimp mixture up to 4 hours ahead and refrigerate until ready to assemble

Freeze assembled uncooked toasts for up to 1 month - fry directly from frozen

Serve with sweet and sour sauce, duck sauce, or spicy mayo for dipping

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