Fried Shrimp Toast
Crispy and savory Chinese Fried Shrimp Toast, ready in just 30 minutes for a perfect dim sum appetizer.
Description
Fried Shrimp Toast is a popular dim sum dish from Chinese cuisine. Fresh shrimp is blended into a smooth paste and spread over slices of crustless white bread. The bread is then cut into triangles and deep-fried until golden and crispy, creating a delightful contrast of textures and flavors. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Ingredients
- 1 egg white, lightly beaten
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch, to help bind (8 g)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, to taste (2.5 g)
- 1/4 teaspoon white pepper, to taste (1 g)
- 1 clove garlic, minced (3 g)
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar, optional (2.5 g)
- 10 slices white bread, crust removed (approx. 300 g total)
1/2 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined, roughly chopped (225 g)
Instructions
- Combine the shrimp, egg white, cornstarch, salt, white pepper, garlic, and sugar in a food processor and blend until a smooth shrimp paste forms.
- Spread an even layer of the shrimp paste on one side of each bread slice.
- Cut each slice diagonally into two triangles and press the paste gently so it adheres to the bread.
- Place the prepared toast pieces on a tray and freeze for at least 10 minutes to firm up the paste.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a deep pan to 375°F (190°C) and fry the toast pieces in small batches for 1–2 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Remove with a slotted spoon, drain on paper towels, and serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.