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Crispy Shrimp Toast Bites

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A quick and easy 20-minute recipe for crispy, broiled shrimp toast bites with a tender, flavorful shrimp topping. Perfect for casual get-togethers or last-minute appetizers.

Ingredients

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  • 10 oz raw shrimp, peeled and deveined (preferably medium-sized)
  • 4–6 slices white bread, crusts removed (day-old or slightly firm)
  • 2 green onions (scallions), finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon light soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil (toasted sesame oil preferred)
  • 1 large egg white
  • ½ teaspoon white pepper
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • Vegetable oil for brushing bread (canola or sunflower oil recommended)

Instructions

  1. Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Roughly chop them or pulse 5-6 times in a food processor until finely minced but still slightly chunky (about 2 minutes).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the minced shrimp, chopped green onions, minced garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, egg white, white pepper, and cornstarch. Stir until well incorporated and sticky. Add a pinch more cornstarch if mixture feels too wet (3 minutes).
  3. Cut the crusts off the bread slices and cut each slice into 4 equal squares or triangles. Lightly brush the tops with vegetable oil (2 minutes).
  4. Spread a generous tablespoon of the shrimp mixture evenly over each bread piece using a spoon or spatula. Press gently so the topping adheres well (5 minutes).
  5. Preheat oven broiler on high. Place the baking sheet with shrimp toast bites about 4-6 inches from the heat source. Broil for 3-4 minutes on the first side until shrimp topping turns opaque and starts to brown. Carefully flip each piece and broil the other side for 2-3 minutes until golden and crispy. Watch closely to prevent burning (7 minutes).
  6. Remove from oven and let cool for a minute or two. Serve warm with dipping sauce such as sweet chili or soy sauce.

Notes

Pulse shrimp just enough to keep texture, not a paste. Use egg white as binder to keep topping together without heaviness. Watch broiler closely to avoid burning. Brushing bread with oil prevents sogginess and adds crunch. Using a wire rack helps crisp bottoms. For gluten-free, use gluten-free bread and tamari instead of soy sauce.

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