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Chinese Shrimp Cake

Guilt-Free Chinese Shrimp Cake for Perfect Family Dinners

Discover the deliciousness of Chinese Shrimp Cake, a guilt-free appetizer that's protein-packed and perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 cakes
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp Cake
  • 800 g Whole Shrimp, peeled & deveined Freshness is crucial for enhancing the shrimp flavor.
  • 1 tsp Shaoxing or Chinese Rice Wine This adds depth; if unavailable, dry sherry is a good substitute.
  • 1 tsp Salt Essential for enhancing the overall taste of the cake.
  • 1 tsp Sugar Balances flavors beautifully; feel free to reduce for a less sweet profile.
  • 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder Delivers a savory aroma; use fresh garlic for a more robust flavor.
  • 1/2 tsp Ground White Pepper Introduces a subtle heat; black pepper works as an alternative if needed.
  • 2 tbsp Corn Starch This ingredient binds everything together, giving the cake structure.

Equipment

  • large non-stick frying pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • mallet or large chopper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by peeling and deveining 800 grams of fresh shrimp, rinse and pat dry.
  2. Using a large chopper or mallet, smash the shrimp meat into a paste-like consistency for about 3-5 minutes.
  3. In a mixing bowl, mix the shrimp paste with salt, sugar, Shaoxing wine, garlic powder, and ground white pepper.
  4. Gather the mixture and slam it against the bowl for about 10 times to develop texture.
  5. Incorporate corn starch into the shrimp mixture, kneading lightly until combined.
  6. Heat oil in a large frying pan, form patties, and gently fry about 4-5 cakes at a time.
  7. Fry the shrimp cakes for about 2 minutes per side until golden brown.
  8. Remove from oil, drain on paper towels, and serve warm with dipping sauces.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cakeCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 20gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For the best results, always use fresh shrimp and avoid overcrowding while frying for even cooking.

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