Published Jun 26, 2019 Updated Aug 28, 2024
Shrimp Toast Recipe
Chinese shrimp toast is one of my favorite appetizers. Commonly served in dim sum restaurants, they are crispy, delicious, with white toast filled with shrimp and fried to golden perfection. Vietnamese and Thai have a similar version of these shrimp toasts, but flavored with fish sauce. They are comparable in taste and texture. This recipe is adapted from my cookbook Easy Chinese Recipes. They are authentic, non-greasy, light and delicious.
How To Make Shrimp Toast
The cooking process involves 3 steps:
Prepare the shrimp mousse or shrimp filling. Prepare the white toast by cutting them into pieces. Add the shrimp mousse filling on top of the toast. Garnish the top with sesame seeds.
Cooking Tips
The best shrimp toast should be crispy, airy and light. They shouldn’t be soaked in oil after deep-frying. Here are my tips:
Get a good quality white toast that is thicker and denser in texture. They don’t absorb that much oil during the deep-frying process. Frying the toast face down. Turn the toast over once the shrimp side is golden brown and quickly remove them from the hot oil. Drain the excess oil by laying the toast on a wire rack or paper towels. Blot away extra oil if needed.
What To Serve With Shrimp Toast
Serve this dish with other Chinese or Asian appetizers if you are having a party. I recommend the following recipes. I hope you enjoy this post as much as I do. If you try my recipe, please leave a comment and consider giving it a 5-star rating. For more easy and delicious recipes, explore my Recipe Index, and stay updated by subscribing to my newsletter and following me on Facebook, Pinterest, and Instagram for new updates.
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