Chef John'S Shrimp Toast Recipe

Name: Chef John'S Shrimp Toast
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1/4 cup diced water chestnuts; 1/4 cup chopped cilantro leaves; 1/2 cup finely sliced green onions, plus more for garnish if desired; 3 garlic cloves, crushed; 1 tablespoon finely grated ginger root; 1 anchovy filet; 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil; 1 teaspoon Asian fish sauce; 1 tablespoon soy sauce, or more to taste; 1 egg white; 1/2 teaspoon white sugar; 1/2 teaspoon paprika; 1 pinch cayenne pepper; 1 pinch salt; 4 thick slices white bread; Sesame seeds (optional); 1 cup vegetable oil for frying, or as needed

Servings: persons

1/2 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/4 cup diced water chestnuts
1/4 cup chopped cilantro leaves
1/2 cup finely sliced green onions, plus more for garnish if desired
3 garlic cloves, crushed
1 tablespoon finely grated ginger root
1 anchovy filet
1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
1 teaspoon Asian fish sauce
1 tablespoon soy sauce, or more to taste
1 egg white
1/2 teaspoon white sugar
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1 pinch cayenne pepper
1 pinch salt
4 thick slices white bread
Sesame seeds (optional)
1 cup vegetable oil for frying, or as needed

1
Place shrimp, water chestnuts, cilantro leaves, green onions, garlic, grated ginger, anchovy filet, sesame oil, fish sauce, soy sauce, egg white, sugar, paprika, cayenne pepper, and salt into the bowl of a food processor. Pulse several times; scrape down sides of bowl. Continue to process until mixture is well blended and reaches a paste consistency, 1 or 2 minutes. Transfer mixture to a bowl; cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate to blend the flavors, about 1 hour.
2
Very lightly toast bread slices. Trim crusts from bread. Spread shrimp paste onto bread in an equal thickness as the bread. Cut slices in half and then diagonally into diamond shapes. Sprinkle with sesame seeds.
3
Place a heavy skillet over medium-high heat; pour in about 1/2 inch of vegetable oil. When oil is hot, place bread slices, paste side down, into the oil. Fry until crispy, 2 to 3 minute per side. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate. Serve hot or warm garnished with additional sliced green onions.

777

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

How did you like this recipe?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined, 1/4 cup diced water chestnuts, 1/4 cup chopped cilantro leaves, 1/2 cup finely sliced green onions, plus more for garnish if desired, and more.

Yes, Chef John'S Shrimp Toast falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Chef John'S Shrimp Toast

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions