Crispy Prawn Toast
Indulge in the irresistible crunch and flavor explosion of this classic Cantonese appetizer. Crispy bread topped with a savory prawn mixture, this prawn toast recipe is a true crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
- 8 slices white or brioche bread crusts removed
- 225 g peeled and deveined prawns finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tbsp grated ginger
- 2 scallions finely chopped
- 2 tbsp sesame seeds
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the chopped prawns, garlic, ginger, and scallions. Add the soy sauce and sesame oil, then mix well to combine.
- Trim the crusts off the bread slices to create clean, rectangular pieces.
- Generously spread the prawn mixture over the surface of the bread, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Sprinkle the sesame seeds evenly over the prawn topping, pressing them gently to help them adhere.
- In a large frying pan or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
- Carefully place the prawn toast, prawn side down, into the hot oil. Fry for 2-3 minutes per side, or until the bread is golden brown and crispy.
- Remove the prawn toast from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
- Serve the crispy prawn toast hot, garnished with additional chopped scallions if desired.
Notes
Nutrition Information (per serving)
- Calories: 132
- Total Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
- Sodium: 250mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 13g
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g