Ebi Toast

Name: Ebi Toast
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 23 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients: 8 oz shrimp (peeled and deveined), minced finely; 1/4 cup mayonnaise; 1 egg white; 2 tsp cornstarch; 2 tsp soy sauce; 1/2 tsp sesame oil; pinch white pepper; 4 white bread slices, crusts removed; 2 cups vegetable oil (for deep frying); 2 tbsp sesame seeds (white)

Crispy Japanese shrimp toast with a seasoned shrimp paste spread on toasted bread, deep-fried until golden - a trending appetizer.

23 minMediumServes 4340 cal/serving

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Ingredients

8 oz shrimp (peeled and deveined), minced finely
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 egg white
2 tsp cornstarch
2 tsp soy sauce
1/2 tsp sesame oil
pinch white pepper
4 white bread slices, crusts removed
2 cups vegetable oil (for deep frying)
2 tbsp sesame seeds (white)

Instructions

1

In a bowl, combine 8 oz minced finely shrimp (peeled and deveined), 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 1 egg white, 2 tsp cornstarch, 2 tsp soy sauce, 1/2 tsp sesame oil, and pinch white pepper. Mix until well combined.
2

Spread the shrimp mixture evenly on each 4 crusts removed white bread slices.
3

Sprinkle 2 tbsp sesame seeds (white) on top of the shrimp mixture, pressing gently so they adhere.
4

Heat 2 cups vegetable oil (for deep frying) in a heavy pot or deep skillet to 350°F (175°C).
5

Carefully place the bread shrimp-side down into the hot oil. Fry for 2-3 minutes until golden and crispy.
6

Flip and fry the other side for 1-2 minutes until evenly golden.
7

Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
8

Cut diagonally and serve hot with sweet chili sauce or wasabi mayo.

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Questions

How hot should the oil be for Ebi Toast?

For Ebi Toast, the frying oil is held at 350 F (about 175 C) in step 4. Hotter scorches the outside before the inside cooks, and cooler turns it greasy.

Is there a substitute for cornstarch in Ebi Toast?

The entry for Ebi Toast calls for 2 tsp cornstarch. In its place: Use twice as much all-purpose flour and cook it a few minutes longer, or the same amount of arrowroot or tapioca starch.

Can I use frozen shrimp instead of shrimp in Ebi Toast?

Yes; most shrimp sold as fresh were frozen once already. Thaw them under cold running water for about ten minutes and pat them very dry so they sear instead of steaming. As written, the entry for Ebi Toast uses 8 oz shrimp (peeled and deveined), minced finely.

Does Ebi Toast contain shellfish?

Yes: 8 oz shrimp (peeled and deveined), minced finely. The full allergen list for this entry is gluten, eggs, soy, shellfish and sesame. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

Can I make Ebi Toast ahead?

Yes, it takes well to being made ahead. Refrigerate what is left of Ebi Toast within two hours and eat it within two days (seafood turns fast). Reheat uncovered in a 400 F oven (or an air fryer) for a few minutes to bring the crust back; the microwave softens it.

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