Chef John's Shrimp Toast

Chef John's Shrimp Toast
  • PREP TIME
    20 mins
  • COOK TIME
    4 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs 24 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    88

Elevate your appetizer game with these exquisite shrimp toasts – a delightful fusion of textures and umami-rich flavors that will captivate your guests. Crispy bread, a savory shrimp mousse, and a hint of spice make these utterly irresistible.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    20 g
  • Cholesterol
    87 mg
  • Fiber
    2 g
  • Protein
    14 g
  • Saturated Fat
    1 g
  • Sodium
    714 mg
  • Sugar
    3 g
  • Fat
    9 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View In a food processor, combine the shrimp, water chestnuts, cilantro, green onions, garlic, ginger, anchovy, sesame oil, fish sauce, soy sauce, egg white, sugar, paprika, cayenne pepper, and salt. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View Pulse until the mixture forms a coarse paste, scraping down the sides as needed. Aim for a homogenous texture, but avoid over-processing. (2-3 minutes)

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Recipe View Transfer the shrimp mixture to a bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld. This step is crucial for a well-developed flavor profile. (60 minutes)

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Recipe View Lightly toast the bread slices. Trim the crusts and spread the chilled shrimp paste evenly over each slice, ensuring a consistent thickness. (10 minutes)

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05 Step

Recipe View Cut each slice into halves, then diagonally into diamond shapes. Sprinkle generously with sesame seeds. (5 minutes)

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06 Step

Recipe View Heat the vegetable oil in a heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering (about 350°F or 175°C). (5 minutes)

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07 Step

Recipe View Carefully place the bread slices, shrimp-side down, into the hot oil. Fry until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side. (4-6 minutes)

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08 Step

Recipe View Remove the shrimp toasts with a slotted spoon and transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. (2 minutes)

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09 Step

Recipe View Garnish with additional sliced green onions and serve hot or warm. These are best enjoyed immediately for maximum crispness. (2 minutes)

For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a dash of Shaoxing wine to the shrimp mixture.
If you don't have water chestnuts, finely diced celery can be used as a substitute.
Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to suit your spice preference.
Ensure the oil is hot enough before frying to prevent the toasts from becoming soggy.
These can be prepared ahead of time and fried just before serving.

Matteo Wisoky

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.3/ 5 ( 29 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Ryann Terry

    The recipe was easy to follow, and the shrimp toasts turned out perfectly crispy.

  • Savanah Krajcik

    Make sure to chill the shrimp mixture for the full hour. It really makes a difference in the flavor.

  • Edgardo Sawayn

    These were a hit at my party! Everyone raved about them.

  • Ernest Zemlak

    I added a little sriracha to the shrimp mixture for extra heat. Delicious!

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