Shrimp Toast

Ingredients

• 1/2 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tablespoons minced garlic
• 2 tablespoons minced ginger
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped green onion
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 4 slices white bread
• 1 egg, beaten
• Vegetable oil for frying

Directions

1. In a medium bowl, combine the shrimp, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, black pepper, and green onion. Mix until evenly combined.
2. Add the breadcrumbs to the shrimp mixture and mix until evenly combined.
3. Cut the bread slices into triangles and spread the shrimp mixture onto one side of each triangle.
4. Dip each triangle into the beaten egg and press the remaining side of the triangle into the breadcrumbs.
5. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the shrimp toast in the hot oil until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side.
6. Drain the shrimp toast on paper towels.
7. Serve hot.

Interesting Facts

• Shrimp toast originated in China and is a popular appetizer.
• Shrimp toast is a great way to use up stale bread.
• Shrimp toast can be served as a snack, appetizer, or even part of a meal.