Shrimp Toasts

11 ingredients
5 steps

Ingredients

  • 1 pound peeled shrimp
  • 1/4 cup minced green onions
  • 2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon minced jalapeno pepper
  • 1 egg white
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 pound cream cheese, cut into pieces
  • 13 to 14 slices brioche or homemade-style white bread, crusts removed
  • Vegetable oil or clarified butter, for frying

Directions

  1. 1
    In the bowl of a food processor, combine the shrimp, green onions, cilantro, garlic, jalapeno, egg white, salt, and process until smooth.
  2. 2
    Add the cream cheese and pulse to incorporate Add the cream and pulse just until incorporated, being careful not to over-process.
  3. 3
    Spread 2 heaping tablespoons of the shrimp mixture onto each slice of bread, spreading to the edges and smoothing the top.
  4. 4
    In a large heavy pot, heat 4-inches of vegetable oil to 360 degrees F. Add the shrimp toasts in batches and fry until golden, coated sides down first, about 1 minute per side.
  5. 5
    Drain on paper towels, cut each slice in half diagonally, and serve immediately.

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