Shrimp Toast II

SUBMITTED BY: ROSSCUP

"A shrimp mixture is spread on bread slices, coated with bread crumbs and fried to golden brown. These flavorful appetizers are a unique treat, and they may be made ahead of time and frozen."

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PREP TIME	20 Min
COOK TIME	30 Min
READY IN	1 Hr 50 Min
Original recipe yield 32 shrimp toasts

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

1 pound cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 onion, chopped
1/4 inch piece fresh ginger root, minced
2 egg whites
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
8 slices white bread, crusts trimmed
1/2 cup fine dry bread crumbs
1 quart oil for frying
1 lemon, for garnish

DIRECTIONS

In a blender or food processor, blend shrimp, onion, ginger, egg whites, salt and pepper until smooth.
Cut each white bread slice into 4 triangles. Spread both sides of triangles with shrimp mixture and coat with bread crumbs. Cover and chill in the refrigerator approximately 1 hour.
Heat oil in a large, heavy skillet to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
In small batches, fry bread triangles 3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels. Garnish with lemon juice before serving.

FOOTNOTES

Editor's Note
We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. The exact amount may vary depending on cook time and temperature, ingredient density, and the specific type of oil used.