Description
Looking for a quick and tasty appetizer for the holidays or any occasion? This Vietnamese shrimp and crab toast is your answer. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s guaranteed to win hearts (and stomachs) fast.
Ingredients
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- 2 long French baguettes
- 1 lb shrimp (any size)
- 1/2 lb lump crab meat
- 2 green onions/scallions (thinly sliced)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup kewpie mayo
- Sriracha chili sauce (optional)
- 1 1/2 cups Mexican blend shredded cheese (divided)
Instructions
- Prepare the Bread: Slice the bread into thin slices, about 1/2 inch thick. I prefer cutting straight down for small bite-sized portions or at a diagonal for large slicer for more toppings.
- Make the Filling: Chop the shrimp into pieces. In a bowl, combine shrimp, crab meat, whites and light green parts of the green onions, salt, black pepper, sugar, kewpie mayonnaise, sriracha chili sauce if using, and 1 cup shredded cheese.
- Assembly & Bake: Spread the seafood mixture onto the sliced bread using a large spoon. Transfer the assembled bread slices to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Top with a sprinkle of remaining cheese. Bake at 400°F for 12 minutes. Transfer baking sheet to the top rack directly underneath the broiler, if needed. Switch to broil mode (400°F) for 3 minutes to melt the cheese on top and to get a light golden brown crust.
- Finish: Garnish with the reserved green onions and enjoy.
Notes
Alternatively, you can use an air fryer in small batches. Set the air fryer to 375°F and air fry for about 8 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: Asian, Vietnamese