Description
Baked Shrimp Toast is a savory and satisfying snack featuring crispy, golden toasted bread topped with a flavorful shrimp mixture. Ready in under 20 minutes, this elegant yet easy-to-make appetizer balances crunch, juiciness, and a slight hint of spice, perfect for busy evenings, gatherings, or a tasty solo treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp Mixture
- Fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined – quantity as desired (about 8 oz recommended)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 egg white
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Bread Base
- 4 slices sturdy white or brioche bread
- Oil or butter, for brushing
Optional Toppings
- Sesame seeds, for sprinkling
Instructions
- Prepare the Shrimp Mixture: Finely chop the fresh shrimp until it forms a rough paste. In a bowl, combine the chopped shrimp with minced garlic, chopped green onions, soy sauce, egg white, and a pinch of freshly ground black pepper. Mix well until the mixture is sticky and flavorful, ready to be spread on the bread.
- Prepare the Bread: Lightly toast the bread slices or brush each side with a little oil or melted butter. This step ensures the bread crisps beautifully in the oven and prevents sogginess when topped.
- Assemble the Toast: Evenly spoon a generous amount of the shrimp mixture onto each slice of bread and gently spread it out to cover as much surface as possible. For extra texture, sprinkle sesame seeds over the top of the shrimp mixture.
- Bake to Perfection: Place the prepared bread slices on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone mat. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the shrimp topping turns pink and cooked through while the bread edges become golden brown and crisp.
Notes
- Use fresh shrimp for the best natural sweetness and texture.
- Spread the shrimp mixture evenly for consistent flavor in every bite.
- Watch carefully to avoid overbaking, which can make shrimp rubbery or dry.
- Choose thicker, sturdy bread slices to hold the topping and provide a satisfying crunch.
- Serve immediately for the best combination of warmth and crunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: baked shrimp toast, shrimp appetizer, savory snack, quick appetizer, crispy shrimp toast, Asian seafood toast