LEEANN CHIN SHRIMP TOAST

Leeann Chin Shrimp Toast image

Provided by pstgeorge

Categories Healthy

Time 1h2m

Yield 20 appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 lb fresh or frozen raw shrimp
1/2 cup chopped green onion (with tops)
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup water
1 egg
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon sesame oil
1 dash white pepper
vegetable oil
5 slices white bread

Steps:

Peel shrimp. (If shrimp is frozen, do not thaw; peel under running cold water.) Make a shallow cut lengthwise down back of each shrimp; wash out sand vein. Cut shrimp lengthwise into halves; cut crosswise into halves.
Mix shrimp, green onions, flour, water, egg, cornstarch, salt, sugar. sesame oil and white pepper.
Heat vegetable oil (1-1/2 inches) in wok to 350 degrees. Remove crusts from bread; cut each slice into 4 squares. Place 1 or 2 pieces of shrimp with sauce on each bread square.
Fry 5 squares at a time until golden brown, turning frequently - about 2 minutes. Drain on paper towel.
Do-ahead instructions: Prepare Shrimp Toast; cover and refrigerate no longer than 24 hours. Just before serving, heat uncovered in 400 degree oven until hot for 12 - 15 minutes. Drain on paper towel.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 41.1, Fat 0.7, SaturatedFat 0.2, Cholesterol 27.9, Sodium 179.7, Carbohydrate 5.1, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 0.4, Protein 3.3