Description
Crispy shrimp bring coastal flavors straight to your kitchen with golden, succulent bites. Delicate seasoning and perfect crunch invite seafood enthusiasts to savor each perfectly prepared morsel that transports you to beachside dining.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound cooked shrimp, finely chopped
Aromatics and Herbs:
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup chives, chopped
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Wrappers and Cooking Ingredients:
- 20 rice paper wrappers (6-inch diameter)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- Olive oil or non-stick cooking spray (for greasing)
- Dipping sauce of your choice (optional)
Instructions
- Activate the oven to a precise 375°F (190°C), creating an optimal cooking environment for these delicate shrimp parcels. Gently coat a baking sheet with a thin layer of olive oil to ensure effortless release.
- Craft the filling by thoroughly blending chopped shrimp with aromatic chives, pungent garlic, umami-rich soy sauce, nutty sesame oil, and a whisper of black pepper. Aim for a harmonious mixture where each ingredient speaks softly yet distinctly.
- Prepare a shallow water bath for the delicate rice paper wrappers. Submerge each wrapper briefly – approximately 10-15 seconds – until it transforms from rigid to supple. Transfer the softened wrapper onto a dampened kitchen towel, handling with gentle precision.
- Position a measured portion of the shrimp mixture near the wrapper’s bottom edge, leaving strategic margins for seamless folding. Carefully envelope the filling by tucking in side margins, then roll compactly into a neat cylindrical shape. Position each dumpling seam-side down on the prepared baking surface.
- Enhance the exterior with a delicate olive oil brushing or light cooking spray application, which promises a golden, crisp exterior. Transfer the tray to the preheated oven, allowing 20-25 minutes of transformative heat exposure.
- Monitor the dumplings closely during the final roasting moments, watching for a rich, amber coloration. Remove from the oven and permit a brief cooling interval before presenting these crispy morsels alongside a complementary dipping sauce.
Notes
- Prepping rice paper requires gentle handling to prevent tearing, ensuring each wrapper becomes a delicate golden-brown vessel for savory shrimp filling.
- Baking instead of frying creates a healthier version that doesn’t compromise on crunch.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg