Shrimp Toast

Shrimp Toast, a perennial favorite of Chinese cuisine, can be easily prepared at home following this delicious recipe.

Makes 2 dozen appetizers

1/2	pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
2	tablespoons chopped green onion
2	tablespoons finely chopped water chestnuts
2	tablespoons soy sauce
1	teaspoon dark sesame oil
1	egg white, lightly beaten
6	slices white sandwich bread, crusts removed
	Red and yellow bell pepper strips, for garnish

Finely chop shrimp. If using food processor, process with on/off pulses, about 10 times or until shrimp are finely chopped.
Combine shrimp, onion, water chestnuts, soy sauce and sesame oil in medium bowl; mix well. Stir in egg white; mix well.*
Toast bread lightly on both sides. Cut diagonally into quarters. Spread shrimp mixture evenly over toast to edges.
Place toast on foil-lined baking sheet or broiler pan. Broil 6 inches from heat 4 minutes or until lightly browned. Garnish with peppers.

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