This air fryer shrimp toast is a lighter, healthier twist on the dim sum classic. It is crispy on the outside with a savory, bouncy shrimp filling. Skip the hassle of deep frying and enjoy the same golden crunch. This shrimp toast goes great with sweet chili sauce or spicy mayo as a dipping sauce. This air fryer shrimp toast is easy to make and just as delicious as your favorite dim sum!
Shrimp Toast Origin
Shrimp toast originated in Southern China and is a classic Cantonese dim sum dish. This dish reflects an East-meets-West fusion, combining flavorful Chinese shrimp paste with Western-style white bread. It is traditionally deep-fried until golden and crispy.
Calories Comparison
| Component | Amount | Deep Fried Calories | Air Fried Calories | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| White bread slice | 1 slice | 70 | 70 | Standard white bread |
| Shrimp paste (shrimp + seasonings) | 2 oz (≈56 g) | 60 | 60 | Same filling |
| Cooking oil absorbed | ~1 tbsp (15 ml) | 120 | 0–5 | Deep frying absorbs oil; air fryer uses minimal or no oil |
| Total calories per piece | 1 slice shrimp toast | ~250 | ~135 | Approximate; varies by bread thickness & oil |
*Deep Frying nearly doubles in calories
Ingredients
- 4 slices white sandwich bread (crusts trimmed), you can use milk bread or texas toast
- ½ lb shrimp (8–10 jumbo), peeled & deveined
- 1 green onion, finely chopped
- ½ tbsp soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ egg white
- ½ tsp sesame oil
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ tsp MSG (optional)
- 1½ tsp cornstarch
- Oil spray
- Sweet chili sauce (for serving)
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Air Fryer Shrimp Toast Instructions
- In a blender, combine shrimp, green onion, soy sauce, garlic, egg white, sesame oil, salt, MSG, and cornstarch. Pulse until a coarse paste forms. (Alternatively, finely chop the shrimp and mix with the seasonings by hand.)
- Spread half of the shrimp mixture evenly over one slice of bread. Place another slice of bread on top, pressing gently to seal. Repeat with the remaining filling and bread.
- Lightly spray the air fryer basket with oil. Place the shrimp toasts inside and spray the tops with more oil.
- Air fry at 375°F for 12–15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the shrimp filling is fully cooked and the bread is golden.
- Serve hot with sweet chili sauce or spicy mayo for dipping.
Air Fryer Shrimp Toast Cooking Tips
Use soft white bread so it crisps up nicely in the air fryer. Keep the shrimp cold before making the paste to preserve its bouncy texture. Enjoy immediately for the best crispiness.
Storage Tips
- Store the cooled shrimp toast in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two days.
- Reheat in the airfryer at 350 for 3-5 minutes.
Air Fryer Shrimp Toast
Ingredients
- * 4 slices white sandwich bread crusts trimmed
- * ½ lb shrimp about 8–10 jumbo, peeled & deveined
- * 1 green onion finely chopped
- * 1/2 tbsp soy sauce
- * 2 clove garlic minced
- * ½ egg white
- * ½ tsp sesame oil
- * ¼ tsp salt
- * 1/2 tsp MSG
- * 1.5 tsp cornstarch
- * Oil Spray
- * Sweet Chili Sauce
Instructions
- * In a blender, combine shrimp, green onion, soy sauce, garlic, egg white, sesame oil, salt, MSG, and cornstarch. Pulse until a coarse paste forms. (Alternatively, finely chop the shrimp and mix with the seasonings by hand.)
- * Spread half of the shrimp mixture evenly over one slice of bread. Place another slice of bread on top, pressing gently to seal. Repeat with the remaining filling and bread.
- * Lightly spray the air fryer basket with oil. Place the shrimp toasts inside and spray the tops with more oil.
- * Air fry at 375°F for 12–15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the shrimp filling is fully cooked and the bread is golden.
- * Serve hot with sweet chili sauce or spicy mayo for dipping.
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