CHEF JOHN'S SHRIMP TOAST

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While virtually unknown compared to most other popular fried party snacks, these shrimp toasts are easy to make and every bit as delicious, and addictive, as those Buffalo wings or jalapeño poppers.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Canapes and Crostini Recipes

Time 1h24m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 18

½ pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
¼ cup diced water chestnuts
¼ cup chopped cilantro leaves
½ 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
½ teaspoon white sugar
½ teaspoon paprika
1 pinch cayenne pepper
1 pinch salt
4 thick slices white bread
1 teaspoon Sesame seeds
1 cup vegetable oil for frying, or as needed

Steps:

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 212.3 calories, Carbohydrate 19.6 g, Cholesterol 87.1 mg, Fat 8.8 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 13.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 714.2 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

Irshad chandio
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I've made this dish several times and it always turns out great. The chicken is always moist and flavorful, and the sauce is to die for. I highly recommend this recipe.


Victor Wachira
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This recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out great! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the sauce was rich and savory. I will definitely be making this again.


Harjot Singh
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I highly recommend this recipe.


Zsolti
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This dish was a bit too salty for my taste, but it was still good. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful. I would recommend reducing the amount of salt in the recipe.


Idowu Ebenezer
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I've made this dish several times and it always turns out great. The chicken is always moist and flavorful, and the sauce is to die for. I highly recommend this recipe.


Cameron Thomas
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This recipe is a winner! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the sauce was rich and savory. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Hannetjie Kitching
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I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I highly recommend this recipe.


Md Rihab
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This dish was easy to make and turned out great! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the sauce was rich and savory. I will definitely be making this again.


Valerie Brown
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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it! The chicken was cooked to perfection and the sauce was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


unlimited Maja
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it always turns out great. The chicken is always moist and flavorful, and the sauce is to die for. I highly recommend this recipe.


Mohammed Akram
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I made this dish last night and it was a hit! My family loved it. The chicken was cooked to perfection and the sauce was so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


parkash Tharu
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This dish was absolutely delicious! I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the sauce was rich and savory. I will definitely be making this again.