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Vietnamese Cha Tom (Shrimp Patties) - shrimp, garlic, sugar, egg whites, rice powder, pepper | rasamalaysia.com

Vietnamese Tom Cha/Hue Shrimp Patties

I am finally back after spending 3 weeks in Asia. As I walked into my house, I couldn’t help but noticing my lonely kitchen.

She was a little dusty and sad. All my pots, pans, utensils, and kitchen appliances were buried deep inside my cabinets. My kitchen needs a little action and activities; she needs me.

Vietnamese Tom Cha/Hue Shrimp Patties

I resolved to give my kitchen a proper “re-opening” ceremony with my cooking and she welcomed me with open arms. I wanted to make something special–something that needs extra time, patience, and dedication.

I thought about a very good Vietnamese appetizer that I had right before I left and the end results are these beautiful and toothsome Vietnamese Cha Tom or Hue (a city in Vietnam) shrimp patties…

It’s sad to leave Malaysia yet again, but this marks the beginning of another mouthwatering and divine season of Rasa Malaysia fine food programming.

So, remember to tune in (aka visit), send in text (aka comment), and maintain my ratings (aka traffic). ;)

Enjoy the first episode of the new season.

How Many Calories Per Serving?

This recipe is only 192 calories per serving.

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    Vietnamese Cha Tom/Hue Shrimp Patties Recipe

    Servings 4 people

    Vietnamese Cha Tom (Shrimp Patties) - shrimp, garlic, sugar, egg whites, rice powder, pepper.

    Calories 192 kcal
    Author Bee | Rasa Malaysia

    Ingredients

    • 1 pound raw shrimp in shell, smaller shrimp preferred
    • 4 cloves garlic
    • 1 teaspoon rock sugar, pounded to a powder or 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
    • 2 egg whites, beaten until frothy
    • 1 tablespoon rice powder
    • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
    • 2 tablespoons lard or cooking oil
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    Directions

    1. 1
      Shell and devein the shrimp and rinse.
    2. 2
      Dry the shrimp thoroughly with paper towels, blotting many times until dry.
    3. 3
      Put the garlic, shrimp, rock sugar powder, rice powder, ground black pepper, lard into a food processor and blend well. Transfer the shrimp paste into a bowl.
    4. 4
      Beat the egg white with an electronic hand beater until frothy.
    5. 5
      Combine the shrimp paste with beaten egg white and blend well with hand.
    6. 6
      Divide the shrimp paste into 3 equal portions.
    7. 7
      On a flat surface, roll out 24 inches of clear plastic wrap and fold it into half.
    8. 8
      Put one portion of the shrimp paste at one end of the plastic wrap and roll them into a sausage as pictured above. Tie both ends with string.
    9. 9
      Bring a pot of water to boil and then boil the three shrimp sausage rolls for 5 minutes. Dish up and let cool.
    10. 10
      Remove the plastic wrap and cut the shrimp sausage into small pieces as pictured above.
    11. 11
      Pan-seared both sides of the shrimp patties until they turn light brown.
    12. 12
      Serve with toothpick and garnish with chopped scallion.

    Recipe Notes

    I learned step 8 above from Iron Chef America! This recipe makes a killer appetizer or hors d'oeuvres.

    Nutrition Facts
    Vietnamese Cha Tom/Hue Shrimp Patties Recipe
    Amount Per Serving (4 people)
    Calories 192 Calories from Fat 72
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 8g12%
    Cholesterol 285mg95%
    Sodium 906mg39%
    Potassium 127mg4%
    Carbohydrates 2g1%
    Sugar 1g1%
    Protein 25g50%
    Vitamin C 5.6mg7%
    Calcium 170mg17%
    Iron 2.5mg14%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
    Course: Appetizer
    Cuisine: Vietnamese
    Keyword: Cha Tom
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