Uploaded May 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Shrimp toast, or shrimp mousses spread over fluffy milk bread and fried, is a great example of Hong Kong’s unique blend of Eastern and Western influences.
ChefSteps’ version of the crispy, savory snack reflects how it has evolved as it’s been adopted across the world; it combines a Hong Kong-style shrimp mousse, super soft and fluffy Japanese shokupan milk bread, and the crunchy sesame seed coating that was popularized in the U.K. and Australia.
In this video, Chef Tim Chin walks you through how to dry brine the shrimp for the perfect texture, incorporate water chestnuts for added crunch, and toast—rather than deep-fry—the bread for a crispy result that isn’t greasy at all.
0:00 – Intro
0:58 – Season shrimp
1:41 – Make shrimp mousse
7:06 – Assemble shrimp toast
12:00 – Pan-fry toasts
15:00 – Slice & serve
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Recipe:
Shrimp Toast: chefsteps.com/activities/shrimp-toast
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Shrimp toast, or shrimp mousses spread over fluffy milk bread and fried, is a great example of Hong Kong’s unique blend of Eastern and Western influences.
ChefSteps’ version of the crispy, savory snack reflects how it has evolved as it’s been adopted across the world; it combines a Hong Kong-style shrimp mousse, super soft and fluffy Japanese shokupan milk bread, and the crunchy sesame seed coating that was popularized in the U.K. and Australia.
In this video, Chef Tim Chin walks you through how to dry brine the shrimp for the perfect texture, incorporate water chestnuts for added crunch, and toast—rather than deep-fry—the bread for a crispy result that isn’t greasy at all.
0:00 – Intro
0:58 – Season shrimp
1:41 – Make shrimp mousse
7:06 – Assemble shrimp toast
12:00 – Pan-fry toasts
15:00 – Slice & serve
Sign up for a Studio Pass subscription for full access to 1,200-plus recipes developed by expert chefs, plus hundreds of guides, tips, and tricks to help you cook smarter: chefsteps.com/studiopass
Recipe:
Shrimp Toast: chefsteps.com/activities/shrimp-toast
Equipment:
Buy the Breville Sous Chef® 16: chefsteps.com/en-us/product/bfp810?sku=BFP810BSS1BNA1
Buy the Control Freak™ Home: chefsteps.com/en-us/product/bmc800?sku=BMC800BSSUSC
Get the best of ChefSteps by signing up for our newsletter: chefsteps.com/newsletter
Follow us:
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facebook.com/Chefsteps
ChefSteps 101: Through science, entertainment, and industry experience, we strive to help every home cook reach their full potential. With more than 1,200 recipes developed in our kitchen, there’s something for everyone. To find out more, visit our website: chefsteps.com
