Shrimp Toast

Directions

1. 1
   Rinse and pat dry shrimp with a paper towel.
2. 2
   Flatten each shrimp with a cleaver and mince finely, along with bacon, or alternatively, pulse in food processor until it resembles a fine paste.
3. 3
   Place mixture in a mixing bowl;add egg white, wine, salt, ginger, and cornstarch, mix well and set aside.
4. 4
   Remove the crusts from the bread and cut into 4 squares, cutting diagonally.
5. 5
   Place 1 rounded teaspoon of shrimp paste on each square of bread and press gently, making sure it adheres.
6. 6
   Heat oil in a deep skillet or fryer to 350 degrees, then reduce heat to medium.
7. 7
   Carefully place 4-5 shrimp toasts in hot fat, shrimp side down, with a slotted spoon; cook about 1 minute, then turn and cook other side for about 30 seconds more.
8. 8
   Remove from fryer with slotted spoon and drain on pepper toweling.
9. 9
   Repeat with remaining toasts.
10. 10
    Serve hot, with sweet& sour sauce or hot mustard sauce, if desired.