Vietnamese Cajun Shrimp Toast (Printable)

Crispy baguette slices topped with spicy Cajun shrimp, featuring Vietnamese-inspired flavors and aromatic herbs.

# What You Need:

→ Shrimp Mixture

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→ Toast

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# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Pat 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 shrimp. Mix until well combined.
04 - Spread a thin layer of softened butter on each baguette slice. Arrange on prepared baking sheet.
05 - Spoon shrimp mixture evenly onto each slice, gently pressing to adhere.
06 - Bake for 8-10 minutes until shrimp is cooked through and tops are golden brown.
07 - Remove from oven and let cool for 2 minutes before garnishing.
08 - Top with green onions, sesame seeds, and extra cilantro. Serve with lime wedges on the side.

# Expert Tips:

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  • The crispy baguette foundation creates the perfect contrast to the succulent, spicy shrimp topping
  • These come together in under 30 minutes but taste like something from a fusion restaurant
  • The balance of heat, tang, and savory notes makes them impossible to stop eating
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  • Dry the shrimp thoroughly before chopping, or the mixture will be too wet and make the bread soggy
  • Let the toasts cool for at least 2 minutes after baking, so the topping sets slightly and stays put
  • The baguette slices should be thick enough to hold the topping but not so thick that they overwhelm the delicate shrimp
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  • Use a sharp knife and cutting board when chopping shrimp, or pulse them briefly in a food processor for uniform pieces
  • The shrimp topping should feel slightly sticky, which helps it cling to the bread during baking

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