Appetizer: China – 虾多士 ▶ Xiā duō shì (Shrimp Toast)

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Serving Size: 2

Approximate Time

Prep 8 min

Cook 6 min

Total 15 min

Ingredients

U.S. measurements first, metric equivalents in parentheses. Conversions are approximate; oz means weight ounces, not fluid ounces.

8 oz (250 g) brown shrimp, peeled and deveined
4 slices white bread, crusts removed
1 egg white
1 tsp (5 ml) olive oil (for pan)
Black pepper, to taste
Salt, to taste

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8 oz / 250 g brown shrimp, peeled and deveined
4 slices white bread, crusts removed
1 egg white
1 tsp (5 ml) olive oil (for pan)
Black pepper, to taste
Salt, to taste

Instructions

1. Finely chop or pulse the brown shrimp until a coarse paste forms; season with salt and black pepper and mix in the egg white until cohesive.
2. Flatten each slice of white bread with a rolling pin, spread the shrimp mixture evenly over one side of each slice, and trim to desired shapes (traditionally triangles).
3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and pan-fry shrimp-topped bread, shrimp-side down first, until shrimp is cooked and golden, then flip briefly to crisp the bread.
4. Drain on paper towel, cut into points if not already, and serve warm.