Get ready to transform your kitchen into an authentic Asian street food haven with these irresistible homemade shrimp crackers! Imagine creating those light, airy, and incredibly crispy crackers that shatter with a satisfying crunch, packed with the rich, intense flavor of fresh shrimp. Whether you're a culinary adventurer or a snack enthusiast, this recipe will elevate your cooking skills and impress everyone at your table with a truly spectacular homemade treat that's far superior to any store-bought version.
Prep Time: 30 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Cuisine: Asian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 200g shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup tapioca flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- Water as needed
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Place peeled and deveined shrimp in a food processor and blend until they form a smooth, fine paste. Ensure no large chunks remain.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the shrimp paste, tapioca flour, salt, and sugar. Mix thoroughly until ingredients are well incorporated.
- Gradually add water, a little at a time, and knead the mixture into a smooth, elastic dough. The consistency should be firm but not sticky.
- Shape the dough into a compact log, approximately 15-20 cm long and 5-6 cm in diameter. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap.
- Refrigerate the wrapped dough log for 2-3 hours or overnight to allow it to firm up and develop better texture.
- Remove dough from refrigerator and slice into very thin, uniform rounds using a sharp knife, about 2-3 mm thick.
- Lay the slices on a clean, dry surface and allow them to air dry for 1-2 hours until they become slightly hardened.
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or large wok to 180-190°C (350-375°F). Test oil temperature with a small piece of cracker.
- Carefully drop dried cracker rounds into hot oil. They will immediately puff up and expand. Fry for 10-15 seconds until fully crisp and white.
- Remove crackers with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil. Allow to cool completely.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week. Serve as a crispy snack or accompaniment to various Asian dishes.
Tips
- • Ensure your shrimp are extremely fresh for the most intense flavor • Use a food processor to create the smoothest possible shrimp paste • Refrigerating the dough helps develop a better texture and makes it easier to slice • Maintain oil temperature between 180-190°C for perfect puffing • Use a sharp knife to create uniform, thin slices for consistent crackers • Allow crackers to air dry before frying to ensure maximum crispiness • Don't overcrowd the frying pan - fry in small batches for best results • Drain on paper towels immediately after frying to keep crackers crisp • Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness and crunchiness
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 152kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: 10g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 50mg
