Name: Shrimp Toast
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 1/2 lb. shrimp (peeled and deveined); 1 large egg; 1/4 cup chopped cilantro; 2 scallions (finely chopped); 2 green chilies (chopped); 4 cloves garlic; 1- inch piece fresh ginger (peeled); 1/4 tsp. toasted sesame oil; 1 tsp. salt; 1 tsp. brown sugar; 2 tsp. lime juice; 1 Tbsp. cornstarch; 8 slices white sandwich bread; 2 Tbsp. sesame seeds; Vegetable oil (for shallow frying); 3 Tbsp. mayonnaise; 2 tsp. sriracha sauce (adjust to taste); 1/4 tsp. garlic powder (optional, for extra flavor)

Golden, crisp and irresistibly snackable, this shrimp toast recipe turns simple white bread into a boldly flavored bite. Garlic, ginger and green chilies bring the spark, while sesame seeds add a toasty crunch on top. Dip, share, repeat — it’s the kind of appetizer that vanishes fast, whether served at a lively gathering or a relaxed night in with friends.

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Shrimp Toast

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 15 minutes

Total Time 30 minutes

Servings 32 toast points

Calories 38 kcal

Author Anushree Shetty

Ingredients

1/2 lb. shrimp peeled and deveined
1 large egg
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
2 scallions finely chopped
2 green chilies chopped
4 cloves garlic
1- inch piece fresh ginger peeled
1/4 tsp. toasted sesame oil
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. brown sugar
2 tsp. lime juice
1 Tbsp. cornstarch

Other ingredients

8 slices white sandwich bread
2 Tbsp. sesame seeds
Vegetable oil for shallow frying

Spicy mayo

3 Tbsp. mayonnaise
2 tsp. sriracha sauce adjust to taste
1/4 tsp. garlic powder optional, for extra flavor

Instructions

In bowl of food processor, add shrimp, egg, cilantro, scallions, green chilies, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, salt, brown sugar, lime juice and cornstarch. Pulse until smooth.
On work surface, lay out bread slices and spread generous spoonful of shrimp mixture over each slice, pressing gently to adhere. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top and lightly press into surface.
Heat about ½-inch of oil in skillet over medium heat. Once hot, place toasts shrimp-side down. Fry 2-3 minutes until golden and crisp, then flip and fry bread side for 1-2 minutes. Transfer to paper towels to drain.
To make spicy mayo, in small bowl, combine mayo, sriracha and garlic powder, if using. Stir until smooth.
Slice each toast into halves or quarters. Serve warm with spicy mayo on the side.

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Nutrition Facts

Shrimp Toast

Amount Per Serving (1 toast point)

Calories 38 Calories from Fat 18

% Daily Value*

Fat 2g3%

Saturated Fat 0.3g2%

Trans Fat 0.005g

Polyunsaturated Fat 1g

Monounsaturated Fat 1g

Cholesterol 6mg2%

Sodium 118mg5%

Potassium 20mg1%

Carbohydrates 4g1%

Fiber 0.4g2%

Sugar 1g1%

Protein 1g2%

Vitamin A 25IU1%

Vitamin C 1mg1%

Calcium 25mg3%

Iron 0.4mg2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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