Shrimp Toasts Recipe

Name: Shrimp Toasts
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 cups vegetable oil, for deep-frying; 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1 teaspoon finely-minced ginger; 1 scallion, finely minced; 1 tablespoon Shao Hsing (Chinese rice wine); 1 1/2 tablespoons lard; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon sugar; 1/2 teaspoon MSG; 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper; 10 to 12 slices white bread, crusts removed (such as Wonder); 1 egg, beaten, for sealing; About 1 cup sesame seeds, for dipping; Coarse salt

Servings: persons

4 cups vegetable oil, for deep-frying
1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 teaspoon finely-minced ginger
1 scallion, finely minced
1 tablespoon Shao Hsing (Chinese rice wine)
1 1/2 tablespoons lard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon MSG
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
10 to 12 slices white bread, crusts removed (such as Wonder)
1 egg, beaten, for sealing
About 1 cup sesame seeds, for dipping
Coarse salt

1
In a deep-fryer heat oil to 365 degrees.
2
In a food processor combine next 9 ingredients; puree until a slightly chunky paste is formed.
3
Using a rolling pin, flatten bread, one slice at a time.
4
Spread 1 to 2 tablespoons of shrimp paste evenly over bread, and roll up in a tight cylinder; brush edge with a little beaten egg to seal and let dry while you make more cylinders.
5
When all shrimp paste is used, cut each cylinder in thirds into small logs.
6
Dip both ends of each log into egg, then into sesame seeds.
7
Deep-fry logs, in batches, until golden-brown, about 2 to 3 minutes, turning several times with a metal spoon.
8
Using a slotted spoon, remove shrimp toasts and drain on paper towels; keep warm while you fry remaining batches.
9
Sprinkle with coarse salt and serve immediately.

2273

kcal

Calories

243

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

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

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 cups vegetable oil, for deep-frying, 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined, 1 teaspoon finely-minced ginger, 1 scallion, finely minced, and more.

Yes, Shrimp Toasts 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.

Shrimp Toasts

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