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Chinese Shrimp Cake

Delicious Chinese Shrimp Cake: Crispy Bites of Joy

Experience the crispy delight of Chinese Shrimp Cake, a savory treat that combines fresh shrimp and crunchy water chestnuts.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 cakes
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp Cake Mixture
  • 1 lb Fresh Shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 large Egg White
  • 4 tbsp Cornstarch can substitute with arrowroot powder
  • 1 cup Water Chestnuts chopped
  • 2 stalks Spring Onions diced
  • 2 tbsp Sesame Oil or vegetable oil for milder flavor
  • 1 tsp Salt adjust to taste
  • 1/2 tsp White Pepper adjust to taste
  • 1 tbsp Sugar can omit or substitute with honey
  • 2 tbsp Shaoxing Wine optional, substitute with dry sherry or omit
  • oil Oil for Frying high smoke point oil like canola or sunflower

Equipment

  • non-stick skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • knife
  • Food processor

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Chinese Shrimp Cake
  1. Prepare the Shrimp: Begin by roughly chopping the fresh, peeled, and deveined shrimp into a paste-like consistency.
  2. Mix the Ingredients: In a bowl, combine the shrimp paste with the egg white, cornstarch, water chestnuts, spring onions, sesame oil, salt, white pepper, sugar, and Shaoxing wine. Mix well for 2-3 minutes.
  3. Form the Patties: Shape the mixture into patties about ½ inch thick.
  4. Heat the Oil: Heat oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat until shimmering, about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Fry the Shrimp Cakes: Fry the patties for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  6. Drain and Serve: Transfer the cakes to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve hot with dipping sauces.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cakeCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 20gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve fresh for the best experience. Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated. Feel free to modify the recipe for additional flavors.

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