Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 pound of raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 egg white
- 2 tablespoons of cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon of soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon of sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon of grated ginger
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 4 slices of white bread, crusts removed
- 1/4 cup of sesame seeds
- Vegetable oil for frying
Special equipment needed:
- Food processor or blender
- Large skillet or wok
- Paper towels
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a food processor or blender, pulse the shrimp until it forms a paste.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the shrimp paste, egg white, cornstarch, soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, and garlic. Mix well.
3. Spread the shrimp mixture evenly onto the bread slices.
4. Sprinkle sesame seeds over the shrimp mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
5. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
6. Once the oil is hot, carefully place the shrimp toast, shrimp side down, into the oil.
7. Fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
8. Remove the shrimp toast from the oil and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.
9. Cut each slice of shrimp toast into 4 triangles.
10. Serve hot.
- Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
- Cooking time: 10 minutes
Temperature:
- Medium-high heat for frying
Serving size:
- Makes 16 triangles
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 120 per triangle
- Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Protein: 6g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Instead of white bread, use whole wheat bread or gluten-free bread.
- Instead of shrimp, use ground chicken or pork.
Variations:
- Add chopped scallions or cilantro to the shrimp mixture for added flavor.
- Serve with a sweet chili dipping sauce.
Tips and tricks:
- Use a sharp knife to remove the crusts from the bread.
- Make sure the oil is hot before adding the shrimp toast to prevent it from getting soggy.
- Use a slotted spoon to remove the shrimp toast from the oil to prevent excess oil from sticking to it.
Storage instructions:
- Store leftover shrimp toast in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Reheating instructions:
- Reheat shrimp toast in a toaster oven or oven at 350°F for 5-7 minutes or until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve on a platter with a garnish of chopped scallions or cilantro.
Garnishes:
- Chopped scallions or cilantro
Pairings:
- Serve with a side of steamed rice or noodles.
Suggested side dishes:
- Steamed broccoli or bok choy
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the shrimp toast is getting too brown too quickly, lower the heat.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure the shrimp is cooked through before serving.
Food history:
- Shrimp toast is a popular Chinese dim sum dish that originated in Guangdong province.
Flavor profiles:
- Savory, salty, nutty
Serving suggestions:
- Serve as an appetizer or snack.
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Region: Chinese