Vietnamese Cajun Shrimp Toast (Printable Version)

Crispy baguette with spicy Cajun shrimp, Sriracha, and fresh herbs

# What You Need:

→ Shrimp Mixture

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→ Toast

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# How To Make It:

01 - Preheat your oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

02 - Pat the shrimp dry and finely chop into small pieces. Place in a medium bowl.

03 - Add mayonnaise, Sriracha, Cajun seasoning, garlic, shallot, cilantro, fish sauce, lime juice, salt, and pepper to the shrimp. Mix until well combined.

04 - Spread a thin layer of softened butter on each baguette slice. Arrange on the prepared baking sheet.

05 - Spoon the shrimp mixture evenly onto each slice, gently pressing to adhere.

06 - Bake for 8–10 minutes, or until the shrimp is cooked through and the tops are golden.

07 - Remove from the oven and let cool for 2 minutes.

08 - Garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, extra cilantro, and serve with lime wedges.

# Expert Suggestions:

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The shrimp mixture can be prepped ahead and kept in the fridge, making party prep incredibly stress free
That crispy spicy topping against the crunchy bread creates an addictive texture combination

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Do not skip patting the shrimp dry or the mixture will be too wet and the bread will get soggy
Let the toasts cool for 2 minutes before serving so the topping sets slightly

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Slice the baguette diagonally for more surface area and better presentation
Toast the bread slices for 2 minutes before adding the shrimp mixture for extra crunch

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